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{{Infobox song

| name = Fro

| cover = Ricky Martin Frio.jpg

| alt =

| type = single

| artist = Ricky Martin featuring Wisin & Yandel

| album = Msica + Alma + Sexo

| released =

| recorded = 2010

| studio =

| venue =

| genre =

| length = 3:22

| label = Columbia

| writer =

| producer =

| chronology = Ricky Martin

| prev_title = Ms

| prev_year = 2011

| next_title = Samba

| next_year = 2011

| misc =

}}

"'Fro'" (English: "Cold") is the third single from Ricky Martin's studio album, 'Msica + Alma + Sexo' (2011). It was released as a digital download on July 11, 2011.[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0059CLII2 Fro (DJ Wally Remix)]. Retrieved July 3, 2011.

Background



In a 'Billboard' interview, Martin described the track: "I fell in love with the melody of this song, which was brought to me by Wisin & Yandel. We sat down -- Wisin & Yandel, Desmond Child and me -- and we worked on the lyrics to make them more me. So we have several versions and we're working on a remix. The lyrics say, "You're beautiful, like the waves in the sea." And many people say, 'But Ricky, you've said you're gay.' And I say, 'Well, doesn't mean I'm blind. And I've also been in love with women before.'"

Critical reception



"Fro" received positive reviews from critics. The 'Los Angeles Times' said: "steeped in the majestic atmospherics of reggaetn but reflected through a prism of creamy pop, the lush "Fro"composed by famed boricua duo Wisin & Yandelis probably the strongest cut here." The 'New York Post' called it a beautiful standout tune. 'Latina' wrote that "the reggaeton-tinged "Fro" slows things down with lyrics about a beautiful woman imagined by Martin and collaborators Wisin & Yandel. The remix of the song makes for a sexy dance floor number."

Commercial performance



"Fro" reached number six on 'Billboard's Hot Latin Songs chart, number seven on Latin Pop Airplay and number five on Tropical Songs.

Music video



Martin shot the music video with Wisin & Yandel in Buenos Aires on June 6, 2011. The female lead is portrayed by Argentinian top model, Paula Chaves. The video, directed by Carlos Prez, premiered on July 21, 2011. Prez worked with Martin on few of his previous videos, including: "Tal Vez," "Jaleo" and "The Best Thing About Me Is You."

Remixes



'Msica + Alma + Sexo' contains the original solo version of the song and a remix featuring Wisin & Yandel. The latter was released as a single on July 18, 2011 as Remix Radio Edit. One week earlier, on July 11, 2011, the new version of "Fro" remixed by Wally Lpez was also released as a digital download. Remix created by Lpez was included later on the Fan Edition of 'Msica + Alma + Sexo'.

Live performances



Ricky Martin performed "Fro" during his Msica + Alma + Sexo World Tour. He also performed a medley of "Fro/Ms" during the Premios Juventud on July 21, 2011.

Awards



"Fro" was nominated for the International Dance Music Award in category Best Latin/Reggaeton Track. The music video was nominated for the Premios People en Espaol for Mejor Video del Ao.

Formats and track listings



*'Digital single'

#"Fro" (DJ Wally Remix) 3:15

*'Digital single'

#"Fro" (Remix Radio Edit) 3:36

Charts



Weekly charts



Year-end charts



References



Category:2011 singles

Category:Ricky Martin songs

Category:Wisin & Yandel songs

Category:Spanish-language songs

Category:Songs written by Desmond Child

Category:Songs written by Ricky Martin

Category:Songs written by Wisin

Category:Songs written by Yandel

Category:Song recordings produced by Desmond Child

Category:2010 songs

Category:Songs written by Tainy

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