ENRIQUE ALL PREPPED FOR DUBAI GIG
The singer will perform at new Dubai waterfront destination The Pointe on Friday
Pop star Enrique Iglesias is set to perform at The Pointe, a new waterfront destination on the Palm Jumeirah, on Friday. The Hero singer will be part of an entertainment event that kicks off at 4pm, with his headlining set taking place at 9pm.
The 43-year-old father of two, who welcomed twins last year, told
tabloid! he’s bringing a “whole new show with lots of great production” to the UAE. Ahead of the gig, he reflected back on his legacy and told us where he’s going next.
You’ve performed in Dubai before, and you’ve always been quite popular in this region. What do you make of Middle Eastern fans and audiences?
I’m excited to bring the show back to Dubai. The fans there are amazing and have so much energy.
You released two songs this year, El Bano with Bad Bunny and Move to
Miami with Pitbull. Why did those two collaborations appeal to you? Both Pitbull and Bad Bunny just brought something special and unique to each song. It made it feel complete, like it was the perfect touch.
Who’s a current artist you would still like to collaborate with?
So many to choose from. I don’t want to ruin any surprises, but there [are] some plans for the new year.
Spanish music has been making major waves in the mainstream music scene recently. As someone who has been pushing the Latin pop industry forward for a long time, do you think Spanishsinging artists have an easier time getting their music out there in 2018?
I don’t feel it’s particularly easier, but I do feel people are much more embracing to hearing songs in other languages. Next year will mark 20 years since you released one of your most iconic songs, Bailamos.
How do you reflect on that song and its longlasting legacy now?
It takes me back to a great chapter in my life. I still love performing the song at most of my shows. Your latest studio album released in 2014. Will you be working on a new album in the future? It’s in the works as we speak.
As a public figure, is privacy something that’s important to you?
Yes, very much. I like keeping my work life and private life separate as much as I can.
What do you do when you want to unwind and relax?
Honestly, I just love to hang out at home in Miami. Hang out by the water, go to my favourite local restaurants and the movies when I can.
Finally, it’s one month until the New Year. What are your resolutions for 2019?
More songs and more shows.