Tú Crees en Mí?
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| Released | May 31, 2022 | |||
| Recorded | 2021–2022 | |||
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| Length | 22:37 | |||
| Language | Spanish | |||
| Label | Sony Latin | |||
| Producer | Big One | |||
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| Singles from Tú Crees en Mí? | ||||
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Tú Crees en Mí? (English: Do You Believe in Me?) is the debut studio album by Argentine singer-songwriter Emilia. It was released through Sony Music Latin on May 31, 2022. It is a Latin pop album with influences of R&B and urban music. All the songs were written by Emilia and Daniel Ismael Real, with support from musicians Duki and Elena Rose, among others. It features guest vocals by Duki, Nicki Nicole and Tiago PZK.
The release of four singles preceded the album. "Como Si No Importara", the lead single, was well received commercially, peaking at number three on the Billboard Argentina Hot 100, and reaching the top 20 in Paraguay and Uruguay. It was Emilia's first song to chart on the Billboard Global Excl. US. "Rápido Lento" and "Cuatro Veinte", the second and third single, respectively, reached the top 5 in Argentina and Uruguay. The last single, "Intoxicao", was released one day before the album. For the promotion, Emilia embarked on the Tú Crees en Mí? Tour in 2022.
Background
[edit]After performing a show at Lollapalooza Argentina, Emilia gave an interview to Filo News where she assured that her debut album was about to be released and that it would include some collaborations.[1]
Concept and title
[edit]The title arose from the catchphrase of the first single from the album "Como Si No Importara" and was later used in the following songs. According to Emilia, Tú Crees en Mí? references a song by Reik that inspired her, "Creo en ti", which has a special background for her.[2] On the other hand, she affirmed that she had chosen the title because of the confidence she had since she was a girl until she made the decision to sing and enter the music industry. Likewise, the phrase is dedicated to the people and fans who trusted her since the beginning of her career.[3]
Cover artwork
[edit]On May 23, 2022, the cover artwork was posted via Emilia's social media, along with the official release date for the album.[4]
Composition
[edit]Music and lyrics
[edit]Musically, Tú Crees en Mí? is an eclectic mix of pop, ballad and urban, which contains elements of R&B, Latin trap and afrobeat.[5][6] All the songs were written by Emilia with contributions from Duki, Elena Rose and Daniel Ismael Real (Big One), who also produced all the songs.[7] The album's lyrics address themes such as empowerment, love, overcoming breakups, sensuality and enjoyment.
Songs
[edit]Tú Crees en Mí? opens with the track "Latin Girl", a pop song about Latin women.[8] Emilia also mentions that pop divas inspire the song including Christina Aguilera, Beyoncé, Rihanna, Avril Lavigne, and P!nk.[3] The song has verses in English and Spanish and was written by Mernes and Real with the collaboration of Lombardo. The album continues with "Como Si No Importara", an urban pop collaboration with Duki with influences from reggaeton and Latin trap that talks about a secret and passionate love story.[9] The song was written by both artists along with Real.[10] The third track is "Cuatro Veinte", which was written by Mernes, Real and Sauthier, and talks about the woman and her enjoyment.[11] The song belongs to the reggaeton genre and has references and inspirations from the 2000s genre. This same musical trend is maintained with the next song, "Intoxicao", a collaboration with Nicki Nicole. However, it has Latin trap and hip-hop influences, written by Mernes and Nicole, Real and Sauthier, and, according to the artist, talks about the ups and downs of a relationship and its toxicity.[12]
The album continues with "Mi Otra Mitad", written by Mernes and María Elena Mangiamarchi, and tells a true story about a past relationship of Emilia, who did not feel mutual love but a half love on the part of her couple. The song belongs to the R&B genre.[6] Later, "La Balada" begins, a pop ballad song that Mernes and Mangiamarchi wrote, and according to the artist, talks about a personal toxic relationship where she was able to bring out all the anguish she experienced the side of overcoming. The album continues with "Rápido Lento" a collaboration with Tiago PZK, a relaxed R&B song fused with nuances of hip hop and alternative rock, in which the sexual tensions between a couple are described. The song was written by both artists with the collaboration of Real and Lombardo.[13][14] Finally, the album closes with "Cielo en la Mente", of the urban pop genre, written by Mernes with the support of Real, Sauthier and Lombardo. The song talks about following her heart to continue in music, and, according to the artist, it is dedicated to herself as a teenager.[8]
Promotion
[edit]Singles
[edit]The first single published was "Como Si No Importara" performed along with Duki. Its respective music video, which Martin Seipel directed, was released simultaneously with the song on July 13, 2021.[15] "Como Si No Importara" reached number three on the Billboard Argentina Hot 100, and charted as well as in different markets of other countries such as Spain, Paraguay and Uruguay. In mid-2022, the music video received a nomination for Video of the Year at the 2022 Premios Tu Música Urbano.[16]
On September 30, 2021, Emilia confirmed through her social networks the release of the song "Rápido Lento" with Tiago PZK. The music video was filmed in Miami under the direction of Facundo Ballve. It was also released that day.[17] The song received good reviews, highlighting "their musical maturity and their growth as performers."[18]
On March 24, 2022, Emilia released "Cuatro Veinte" as the third single from the album, simultaneously with its music video.[19] The song was moderately successful, reaching second position on the official weekly charts in Argentina and fifth in Uruguay. Likewise, it received certifications in both countries for its sales.
"Intoxicao" with Nicki Nicole was released as the fourth single, and the same had been confirmed through their social networks, with the release scheduled one day before the publication of the album.[20]
Tour and live performances
[edit]On February 24, 2022, Emilia and Duki performed their song "Como Si No Importara" for the first time at the Premios Lo Nuestro.[21] On June 7, 2022, Emilia announced through her social networks the tour of the album, which is titled Tú Crees en Mí? Tour and the first statement included twelve dates for different festivals in Spain, the United States, and Mexico.
Track listing
[edit]All songs produced by Big One.
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Latin Girl" |
| 2:46 |
| 2. | "Como Si No Importara" (with Duki) |
| 2:53 |
| 3. | "Cuatro Veinte" |
| 2:13 |
| 4. | "Intoxicao" (with Nicki Nicole) |
| 2:48 |
| 5. | "Mi Otra Mitad" |
| 2:46 |
| 6. | "La Balada" |
| 2:45 |
| 7. | "Rápido Lento" (with Tiago PZK) |
| 3:33 |
| 8. | "Cielo en la Mente" |
| 2:49 |
| Total length: | 22:37 | ||
Notes
- All tracks are stylized in all lowercase.
Charts
[edit]| Chart (2022) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Spanish Albums (PROMUSICAE)[23] | 49 |
Certifications
[edit]| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| Argentina (CAPIF)[24] | Platinum | 20,000^ |
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^ Shipments figures based on certification alone. | ||
References
[edit]- ^ Festa, Patricia (March 23, 2022). "Video – Emilia en el Lollapalooza: "Se viene un álbum que me tiene muy ansiosa"". Filo News (in Spanish). Archived from the original on March 23, 2022. Retrieved May 4, 2023.
- ^ Parajuá, Manuela (June 6, 2022). "Emilia, el nuevo estallido pop: saca su primer disco y, con Nicki Nicole, convierte en oro una antigua relación tóxica". La Nación (in Spanish). Archived from the original on July 14, 2022. Retrieved May 4, 2023.
- ^ a b López, Nicolás (June 1, 2022). "Emilia, de Entre Ríos al mundo y con millones de fans: "Yo fui la primera que creyó en mí"". Clarín (in Spanish). Archived from the original on July 25, 2022. Retrieved May 4, 2023.
- ^ "Emilia Mernes comparte la portada y una parte del tracklist de su primer álbum, 'Tu Crees En Mi?'". Megastar (in Spanish). May 26, 2022. Archived from the original on June 26, 2022. Retrieved May 4, 2023.
- ^ "Emilia: "Siempre estoy sorprendiéndome"". Billboard Argentina (in Spanish). May 31, 2022. Archived from the original on May 6, 2023. Retrieved May 6, 2023.
- ^ a b Roiz, Jessica (June 3, 2022). "Emilia Breaks Down 5 Essential Tracks on Debut Album 'Tu Crees En Mi?'". Billboard. Archived from the original on July 14, 2022. Retrieved May 6, 2023.
- ^ "Tú crees en mí?". Jaxsta. Archived from the original on May 6, 2023. Retrieved May 6, 2023.
- ^ a b Villa, Lucas. "Emilia Is Betting On Herself on Her Debut Album 'Tú Crees En Mí?'". Remezcla. Archived from the original on May 6, 2023. Retrieved May 6, 2023.
- ^ "Emilia se une a Duki en "Como si no importara"". Sony Music Latin (in Spanish). July 15, 2021. Archived from the original on December 8, 2022. Retrieved May 6, 2023.
- ^ "Emilia y Duki le cantan al amor secreto en "Como Si No Importara"". Billboard Argentina (in Spanish). July 14, 2021. Archived from the original on April 4, 2023. Retrieved May 6, 2023.
- ^ "Emilia Mernes lanzó "Cuatro Veinte", su nuevo single solista". TN (in Spanish). May 25, 2022. Archived from the original on May 6, 2023. Retrieved May 6, 2023.
- ^ Parajuá, Manuela (June 6, 2022). "Emilia, el nuevo estallido pop: saca su primer disco y, con Nicki Nicole, convierte en oro una antigua relación tóxica". La Nación (in Spanish). Archived from the original on July 14, 2022. Retrieved May 6, 2023.
- ^ Roiz, Jessica (September 30, 2021). "Emilia & Tiago PZK Drop Sultry 'Rapido Lento' Collaboration: Video Premiere". Billboard. Archived from the original on May 6, 2023. Retrieved May 6, 2023.
- ^ "Emilia y Tiago PZK se unen y presentan nuevo sencillo "Rápido Lento"". Sony Music Latin. September 30, 2021. Archived from the original on May 6, 2023. Retrieved May 6, 2023.
- ^ "Emilia y Duki le cantan al amor secreto en "Como Si No Importara"". Billboard Argentina (in Spanish). July 14, 2021. Archived from the original on April 4, 2023. Retrieved May 5, 2023.
- ^ "Premios Tu Música Urbano 2022: Lista completa de nominados". Telemundo (in Spanish). May 12, 2022. Archived from the original on May 13, 2022. Retrieved May 5, 2023.
- ^ "Emilia y Tiago PZK presentaron "Rápido y Lento", su primera colaboración". Billboard Argentina (in Spanish). September 30, 2021. Archived from the original on July 3, 2022. Retrieved May 5, 2023.
- ^ Gómez Pérez, Sofía (October 11, 2021). "Emilia muestra su madurez musical junto a Tiago PZK en 'Rápido Lento', acompañado de un sensual videoclip". Mega Star (in Spanish). Archived from the original on February 8, 2023. Retrieved May 4, 2023.
- ^ "Emilia estrena nuevo sencillo y video "Cuatro Veinte"". Sony Music Latin (in Spanish). March 24, 2022. Archived from the original on December 5, 2022. Retrieved May 5, 2023.
- ^ "Emilia Mernes estrenará su nuevo tema "Intoxicao" junto a Nicki Nicole un día antes de su primer álbum". Los 40 (in Spanish). May 29, 2022. Archived from the original on May 29, 2022. Retrieved May 5, 2023.
- ^ "Duki y Emilia Mernes cantaron en vivo "Como si no importara" en los Premios Lo Nuestro 2022". Via Pais (in Spanish). February 25, 2022. Archived from the original on June 7, 2022. Retrieved May 5, 2023.
- ^ "Tú Crees en Mí? by Emilia". Apple Music. Archived from the original on January 30, 2023. Retrieved May 4, 2023.
- ^ "Top 100 Álbumes – 2022 – Semana 23". El Portal De La Música (in Spanish). Archived from the original on August 22, 2022. Retrieved May 4, 2023.
- ^ "Emilia se consagró en Buenos Aires con "Tu Crees en Mí? Tour"". News Digitales (in Spanish). September 30, 2022. Archived from the original on December 1, 2022. Retrieved May 4, 2023.
