I Like How It Feels

"I Like How It Feels"
"I Like How It Feels"
Song

"I Like How It Feels" is a song by Spanish recording artist Enrique Iglesias taken from the Reissue of the album Euphoria. The song is the first single from the reissue of the album and the eighth overall single. The song also features guest appearance from cuban rapper Pitbull and producers The WAV.s. It is produced by Enrique's long time collaborator RedOne. It is the third collaboration between Enrique and Pitbull following I Like It and Pitbull's song Come & Go. The song was released as a digital download in Australia & some European countries on September 23, 2011. The song was released as a digital download in the United States on October 4, 2011.^[1]

Background

"I Like How It Feels" is produced by RedOne whose has worked with Enrique previously to produce hits like Takin' Back My Love, I Like It & Dirty Dancer. The song was leaked on the Internet on September 8, 2011 after which it was uploaded to Youtube on September 10, 2011. The video has now received more than 3 million views.^[2]

Critical reception

The single generally received positive reviews. Amy Sciarretto from Popcrush gave 3.5 stars (out of 5) and said, "It’s a simple set of lyrical declarations that celebrate being upbeat and enjoying life. There’s a fair amount of studio treatment on the song, but that’s a given with any epic, expansive pop song in 2011. We wouldn’t be surprised if it becomes a staple at NFL stadiums this fall and winter, too."^[3] Meena Rupani from Desihits said," The upbeat track is sure to be on repeat just like their other collaboration tracks have been. It seems Enrique Iglesias and Pitbull can do no wrong when they come together on a song."^[4] Robbie Daw from Idolator said,"Enrique’s new RedOne-produced song has all the musical makings of an anthem, while the singer himself actually packs more of a soulful, emotional punch with his vocals than we’ve heard on recent singles like “Dirty Dancer,” “I Like It” and “Tonight (I’m Lovin’ You).”^[5]

Chart performance

On the week of September 29, 2011 the song debuted at no 97 on the Canadian Hot 100 chart. ^[6] It marks Enrique's 8th entry into this chart. As the single is not yet released, it is yet to debut on other charts. It debuted at no 47 on the ARIA charts on the week of 3rd October, 2011.^[7]

Music video

The music video for this single premiered on Friday September 30, 2011 via his official website and Vevo.^[8] The video is directed by Enrique himself & features guest appearance from stars including singers Pitbull, Nicole Scherzinger, Juanes, Nayer, actors Eva Longoria, Ken Jeong, George Lopez and tennis player Serena Williams.

The video starts with Enrique playing on a beach with his Dog. The video proceeds with some clips of Enrique's Euphoria tour, night out parties, backstage banter and outdoor videos. The video depicts Enrique flying around Santo Domingo beach, playing Baseball with small children, riding speed-boat along with his dog and partying with his friends. Pitbull comes along during his verse also seen partying with Enrique. Ken Jeong is shown writing the song and also dancing it. The video ends with credits to all envolved.^[9]

Tracklisting

Digital download

"I Like How It Feels ft Pitbull & The WAV.S" – 3:33

Charts

Chart	Peak position
Australia (ARIA)	47^[10]
Belgium (Ultratop 50 Flanders)	31^[11]
Belgium (Ultratop 40 Wallonia)	30^[12]
Canada (Canadian Hot 100)	84^[6]
New Zealand (RIANZ)	29^[13]

Radio and release information

Radio adds

Country	Date	Format
United States	October 4, 2011	Top 40/Mainstream radio^[14]
United States	October 25, 2011	Rhythmic radio^[15]

Purchasable release

Country	Date	Format	Label
Australia^[16]	September 23, 2011	Digital download	Universal Republic
Belgium^[17]
Italy^[18]
Spain^[19]
Sweden^[20]
United States^[21]	October 4, 2011
Canada^[22]	October 4, 2011

References

^ "I Like How It Feels". Amazon.com. Retrieved 2011-29-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
^ "Enrique Iglesias-IGLESIAS - I LIKE HOW IT FEELS FEAT. PITBULL & THE WAV.S". Youtube. Retrieved 2011-12-09.
^ Sciarretto, Amy. "ENRIQUE IGLESIAS 'I LIKE HOW IT FEELS' FEAT. PITBULL – SONG REVIEW". Popcrush. Retrieved 2011-15-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
^ Rupani, Meena (2011-12-09). "Enrique Iglesias and Pitbull Drop 'I Like How it Feels'". Desihits. Retrieved 2011-13-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
^ Daw, Robbie. "Enrique Iglesias & Pitbull Whistle Through New Single "I Like How It Feels"". Idolator. Retrieved 2011-20-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
^ ^a ^b "Enrique Iglesias". Billboard. Retrieved 2011-29-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
^ "ARIA Top 50 singles chart". ARIA. Retrieved 2011-03-10.
^ "I LIKE HOW IT FEELS PREMIERE IS TOMORROW (FRIDAY)". enriqueiglesias.com. Retrieved 2011-29-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
^ "I Like How It Feels". Youtube. 2011-30-09. Retrieved 2011-30-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= and |date= (help)
^ "ARIA Top 50 singles chart". ARIA. Retrieved 2011-03-10.
^ "ENRIQUE IGLESIAS FEAT. PITBULL AND THE WAV.S - I LIKE HOW IT FEELS (NUMMER)". Ultratop. Retrieved 2011-08-10.
^ "ENRIQUE IGLESIAS FEAT. PITBULL AND THE WAV.S - I LIKE HOW IT FEELS (CHANSON)". Ultratop. Retrieved 2011-04-10.
^ "Top 40 singles". RIANZ. 2011-02-10.
^ http://gfa.radioandrecords.com/publishGFA/GFANextPage.asp?sDate=10/04/2011&Format=1
^ http://www.webcitation.org/627tRcxRN
^ "I Like How It Feels (feat. Pitbull & The WAV.s) - Single". ITunes Australia. Retrieved 2011-23-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
^ "I Like How It Feels (feat. Pitbull & The WAV.s) - Single". ITunes Belgium. Retrieved 2011-24-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
^ "I Like How It Feels (feat. Pitbull & The WAV.s) - Single". ITunes Italy. Retrieved 2011-24-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
^ "I Like How It Feels (feat. Pitbull & The WAV.s) - Single". ITunes Spain. Retrieved 2011-24-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
^ "I Like How It Feels (feat. Pitbull & The WAV.s) - Single". ITunes Sweden. Retrieved 2011-24-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
^ "I Like How It Feels". Amazon.com. Retrieved 2011-29-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
^ http://www.hmvdigital.ca/artist/enrique-iglesias/i-like-how-it-feels

[1] "I Like How It Feels". Amazon.com. Retrieved 2011-29-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)

[2] "Enrique Iglesias-IGLESIAS - I LIKE HOW IT FEELS FEAT. PITBULL & THE WAV.S". Youtube. Retrieved 2011-12-09.

[3] Sciarretto, Amy. "ENRIQUE IGLESIAS 'I LIKE HOW IT FEELS' FEAT. PITBULL – SONG REVIEW". Popcrush. Retrieved 2011-15-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)

[4] Rupani, Meena (2011-12-09). "Enrique Iglesias and Pitbull Drop 'I Like How it Feels'". Desihits. Retrieved 2011-13-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)

[5] Daw, Robbie. "Enrique Iglesias & Pitbull Whistle Through New Single "I Like How It Feels"". Idolator. Retrieved 2011-20-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)

[billboard-6] "Enrique Iglesias". Billboard. Retrieved 2011-29-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)

[7] "ARIA Top 50 singles chart". ARIA. Retrieved 2011-03-10.

[8] "I LIKE HOW IT FEELS PREMIERE IS TOMORROW (FRIDAY)". enriqueiglesias.com. Retrieved 2011-29-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)

[9] "I Like How It Feels". Youtube. 2011-30-09. Retrieved 2011-30-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= and |date= (help)

[10] "ARIA Top 50 singles chart". ARIA. Retrieved 2011-03-10.

[11] "ENRIQUE IGLESIAS FEAT. PITBULL AND THE WAV.S - I LIKE HOW IT FEELS (NUMMER)". Ultratop. Retrieved 2011-08-10.

[12] "ENRIQUE IGLESIAS FEAT. PITBULL AND THE WAV.S - I LIKE HOW IT FEELS (CHANSON)". Ultratop. Retrieved 2011-04-10.

[13] "Top 40 singles". RIANZ. 2011-02-10.

[14] ttp://gfa.radioandrecords.com/publishGFA/GFANextPage.asp?sDate=10/04/2011&Format=1

[15] ttp://www.webcitation.org/627tRcxRN

[16] "I Like How It Feels (feat. Pitbull & The WAV.s) - Single". ITunes Australia. Retrieved 2011-23-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)

[17] "I Like How It Feels (feat. Pitbull & The WAV.s) - Single". ITunes Belgium. Retrieved 2011-24-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)

[18] "I Like How It Feels (feat. Pitbull & The WAV.s) - Single". ITunes Italy. Retrieved 2011-24-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)

[19] "I Like How It Feels (feat. Pitbull & The WAV.s) - Single". ITunes Spain. Retrieved 2011-24-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)

[20] "I Like How It Feels (feat. Pitbull & The WAV.s) - Single". ITunes Sweden. Retrieved 2011-24-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)

[21] "I Like How It Feels". Amazon.com. Retrieved 2011-29-09. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)

[22] ttp://www.hmvdigital.ca/artist/enrique-iglesias/i-like-how-it-feels

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