Te Espero is a bittersweet bachata conversation where longing and closure twist around each other like dance partners. Prince Royce, the Dominican-American king of modern bachata, sings from the lonely corner of a familiar meeting spot, hoping his ex will walk back into his arms. He still feels haunted by her memory, convinced she cast a spell that keeps him awake at night. Every guitar lick and syncopated beat mirrors his plea: “Ven que yo te espero” – Come, I’ll be waiting.
Enter Argentina’s pop sensation María Becerra, and the mood flips. She replies that the spell is broken for her; the place that once echoed with passion now feels empty. While he clings to nostalgia, she chooses self-respect, declaring “Ya no te espero” – I don’t wait for you anymore. Together they create a duet about heartbreak, regret, and the hard decision to move on, all wrapped in the hip-swaying warmth of bachata. Listen close and you can almost see two shadows on the dance floor: one reaching out, the other stepping away.
Prince Royce, born Geoffrey Royce Rojas on May 11, 1989, in The Bronx, New York City, is an American singer and songwriter of Dominican descent. From a young age, Royce showed a passion for music, experimenting with songwriting and poetry before launching his professional career in 2008.
He is best known for his fresh blend of bachata, Latin pop, and R&B, which propelled his 2010 self-titled debut album to the top of the US Billboard Latin Albums and Tropical Albums charts. Hits like "Stand by Me" and "Corazón Sin Cara" earned him critical acclaim and multiple awards, making him one of the leading figures in modern Latin music. Royce has since released several successful albums, including "Phase II," "Soy el Mismo," and "Five," collaborating with stars such as Shakira, Jennifer Lopez, and Pitbull.
Prince Royce continues to innovate by mixing traditional bachata with contemporary sounds, inspiring a new generation of Latin music fans worldwide.