Portrait Of: Luis Fonsi

Portrait Of: Luis Fonsi

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While the world may know Luis Fonsi for his massive single, “Despacito,” the Puerto Rican singer has had a thriving 20-year career in the Latin music industry. From his first album in 1998, Comenzaré, to his latest release, “Échame La Culpa,” featuring Demi Lovato, Fonsi has showcased his wide-ranging love for music that led him to become the artist he is today. Maria Hinojosa sits down with Luis Fonsi to discuss everything from his childhood to his influences and yes, “Despacito.“