What happens when love turns into a painful game you can no longer win? In El Perdedor, Spanish pop icon Enrique Iglesias teams up with Mexican legend Marco Antonio Solís to paint the raw picture of a man who would rather call himself the loser than keep pretending everything is fine. He has given his partner absolutely everything, yet the relationship feels colder than an out-of-season winter. Tired of the “same old lie,” he chooses to walk away and protect what is left of his heart.
Listening closely, you will hear a mix of pride, sorrow, and liberation. The singer begs his lover not to brag about “stealing” his heart, because there is nothing left to take. Instead of living as her prisoner, he sets himself free, even if that means admitting defeat. El Perdedor is a bittersweet anthem that reminds us sometimes the greatest victory is accepting a graceful loss.
Enrique Miguel Iglesias Preysler, born May 8, 1975, in Madrid, Spain, is a renowned Spanish singer, songwriter, and record producer. Son of famous singer Julio Iglesias and socialite Isabel Preysler, Enrique started his music career in the mid-1990s, initially keeping his identity secret to forge his own path. Famous for his Latin pop style, he quickly rose to become the bestselling Spanish-language artist of the 1990s with albums like Enrique Iglesias and Vivir.
By the early 2000s, Enrique successfully crossed over to the English-language market with hits such as Bailamos and Hero. Over his career, he has sold over 100 million records worldwide, earned the title "King of Latin Pop," and set multiple Billboard chart records, including 27 number-one hits on the Hot Latin Songs chart. Besides music, Enrique is known for his long-term partnership with Anna Kournikova and dedication to his family. His powerful vocals and catchy melodies continue to influence Latin and international pop music.