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Luna Nueva (song)
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Wikipedia article
'"Luna Nueva"' (English: 'New Moon') is a song released by Colombian recording artist Carlos Vives as the second single from his fifth major studio album 'Djame Entrar' (2001) on December 10, 2001 (see 2002 in music). The song was written by Martn Madera and Vives, and produced by Emilio Estefan, Jr. and Sebastin Krys and became Vives' third number-one hit in the 'Billboard' Hot Latin Songs chart following "Fruta Fresca" and "Djame Entrar".
Critical reception
While reviewing the parent album, Leila Cobo of 'Billboard' magazine, referred to the musical genre of the song as a 'Son corrido'.
Vives earned the ASCAP award for the song and other two singles from 'Djame Entrar', the title track and "Carito".
Chart performance
The song debuted in the 'Billboard' Top Latin Songs chart (formerly Hot Latin Tracks) chart at number 45 the week of February 23, 2002, climbing to the top ten three weeks later. "Luna Nueva" peaked at number-one on March 23, 2002, replacing "Flor Sin Retoo" by fellow Colombian singer Charlie Zaa and being succeeded by "Qutame Ese Hombre" by Mexican performer Pilar Montenegro, the following week.
Charts
Weekly charts
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Year-end charts
See also
* List of number-one Billboard Hot Latin Tracks of 2002
* List of number-one Billboard Latin Tropical Airplay of 2002
References
Category:2002 singles
Category:2001 songs
Category:Carlos Vives songs
Category:Spanish-language songs
Category:Song recordings produced by Emilio Estefan
Category:Songs written by Carlos Vives
Category:EMI Latin singles
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