I Like How It Feels

"I Like How It Feels"
Single by Enrique Iglesias featuring Pitbull and The WAV.s
Released October 4, 2011
Format Digital download
Recorded South Point Studios,
(Miami, Florida)
Genre Dance-pop
Length 3:38
Label Universal Republic
Writer(s) Enrique Iglesias, Nadir Khayat, Armando Pérez, Alex Papaconstantinou, Adam Baptiste, Björn Djupström, Bilal The Chef
Producer RedOne, Alex P
Enrique Iglesias singles chronology
"Ayer"
(2011)		 "I Like How It Feels"
(2011)		 "Naked"
(2011)
Pitbull chronology
"Pass at Me"
(2011)		 "I Like How It Feels"
(2011)		 "International Love"
(2011)
The WAV.s chronology
"I Like How It Feels"
(2011)		 "Down for Whatever"
(2011)

"I Like How It Feels" is a song by Spanish recording artist Enrique Iglesias. The song was originally released as the first single from the reissue of Euphoria and the eighth overall single from the album, but due to the disappointing chart performance of the song, the re-release was canceled. 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 'n' Go" off his latest album, Planet Pit. The song was released as a digital download in Australia and some European countries on September 23, 2011. The song was released as a digital download in the United States on October 4, 2011.[1]

Contents

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] The video was directed by Enrique Iglesias. The song was released in some European countries in iTunes on September 23, 2011, and in the US and Canada on October 4, 2011.

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]

Lewis Corner from Digital Spy gave the song 4 stars (out of 5) saying, "Enrique continues to channel the au courrant synths and chunky Euro beats combo that has kept him afloat over the past year. "It's my time, it's my life, I can do what I like/ For the price of a smile, I gotta take it to right," he certifies over a carnival cabaret of Rio de Janeiro proportions - and with another chart-friendly anthem under his belt, he certainly has reason to celebrate."[6]

Chart performance

On the week of September 29, 2011 the song debuted at number 97 on the Canadian Hot 100 chart.[7] It marks Enrique's 8th entry on this chart. It later peaked to #11 on the chart.

It also debuted at number 47 on the ARIA charts on the week of 3 October 2011.[8] Since then, it has managed to peak to #26. On the same day it debuted on 29 on New Zealand's RIANZ chart, peaking to #19.[9]

It debuted at #76 on the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart. However, due to low sales & low airplay count, it fell out of Hot 100 the following week. It re-entered the chart at #74 following Enrique's performance of the this song on American Music Awards of 2011 & 'The Cowboys Red-Cattle Campaign'.[10] It debuted at no 40 on the US Pop Songs chart on the week of October 29.[11] It could peak up to #39. The song topped the BillboardHot Dance Club Songs,becoming Enrique's #10th No#1 on that chart,listing Enrique in top ten Dance/Club Artist of all time.

Music video

The music video for this single premiered on Friday September 30, 2011 via his official website and Vevo.[12] The video is directed by Enrique himself & features guest appearance from stars including singers Juanes, Pitbull, Nicole Scherzinger, 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 Miami 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 involved.[13]

Live Performance

Enrique Iglesias performed the song as a medley of two songs on American Music Awards of 2011. He first sang 'I Like How It Feels' with Choir & then broke into Tonight (I'm Lovin' You) with guest rap from Ludacris.[14]

He also performed the song at 'Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign at Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving Day Game' as a medley of three songs. He started with 'I Like How It Feels' with guest rap from Pitbull followed by Tonight (I'm Lovin' You) & I Like It.[15]

Tracklisting

Digital download
  1. "I Like How It Feels (feat. Pitbull & The WAV.S)" – 3:40

Charts

Chart (2011-12) Peak
position
Australia (ARIA)[16] 26
Belgium (Ultratop 50 Flanders)[17] 43
Belgium (Ultratop 40 Wallonia)[18] 43
Canada (Canadian Hot 100)[7] 11
Denmark (Tracklisten)[19] 31
Netherlands (Mega Single Top 100)[20] 76
New Zealand (RIANZ)[21] 19
Romanian Top 100 [22] 67
Spain (PROMUSICAE)[23] 14
UK Singles Chart (The Official Charts Company)[24] 135
US Billboard Hot 100[25] 74
US Hot Dance Club Songs (Billboard)[11] 1
US Pop Songs (Billboard)[11] 39
US Latin Pop Songs (Billboard)[26] 31

Radio and release information

Radio adds

Country Date Format
Australia[27] September 19, 2011 Contemporary hit radio
United States October 4, 2011 Top 40/Mainstream radio[28]
October 25, 2011 Rhythmic radio[29]

Purchasable release

Country Date Format Label
United States[1] October 4, 2011 Digital download Universal Republic
Canada[30]
Australia[31] October 6, 2011
Austria[32]
Belgium[33]
Denmark[34]
France[35]
Germany[36]
Italy[37]
Netherlands[38]
Norway[39]
Spain[40]
Sweden[41]
UK[42] November 20, 2011

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