Prashant Ingole blends Indian and Spanish sounds in Hone Do Bailando

Descemer Bueno and Prashant Ingole. Pics/By Special Arrangement, Youtube

Hindi rap, Spanish vocals, flamenco guitar, and contemporary Indian music production - all of these elements put together result in Hone Do Bailando, a blend of Indian and Spanish music. Indian lyricist Prashant Ingole has teamed up with Cuban singer and songwriter Descemer Bueno and Spanish singer Flori to create the Indo-Spanish number.

For Ingole, the biggest highlight of Hone Do Bailando is working alongside Bueno, who is known globally for his association with Spanish hits. The international artiste has brought his Spanish lyrics and vocals to the track, while Ingole has handled the Hindi lyrics and rap. "There is something spiritual about music; it brings people, cultures, and energies together. Working with Descemer felt like one of those moments. We may come from different parts of the world, speak different languages, and have different musical influences, but the emotion of music is universal. Hone Do Bailando came from that belief," said Ingole.

It is designed as a dance number, but the lyricist-rapper believes there is more happening beneath the surface. He explained, "The best part of the track is that it has many layers, be it melody, singing, rap, or music production. It brings forward the colour of Spain and blend of India."

Hone Do Bailando was largely produced in India. While the production was mounted in Mumbai, the flamenco guitar was recorded in Spain, where Bueno and Flori's vocals were also recorded. For Ingole, the collaboration works because both cultures have a strong relationship with rhythm. "Indian music has always been loved, and Spanish music is famous worldwide. This track gives out the powerhouse magic of music and madness. I am looking forward to [making] few more songs with Descemer," he shared.

Prashant Ingole has written popular songs, including:

>> ‘Party on My Mind' (‘Race 2')
>> ‘Ziddi Dil' (‘Mary Kom')
>> ‘Malhari' (‘Bajirao Mastani')
>> ‘Utth Ja Ziddi Re' (‘83')

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