{"id":112986,"date":"2024-11-15T18:05:38","date_gmt":"2024-11-15T23:05:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/2024\/11\/15\/emilio-estefan-on-the-music-he-created-for-miss-universe-2024-it-blends-mexican-flavors-with-global-influences\/"},"modified":"2024-11-15T18:05:38","modified_gmt":"2024-11-15T23:05:38","slug":"emilio-estefan-on-the-music-he-created-for-miss-universe-2024-it-blends-mexican-flavors-with-global-influences","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/2024\/11\/15\/emilio-estefan-on-the-music-he-created-for-miss-universe-2024-it-blends-mexican-flavors-with-global-influences\/","title":{"rendered":"Emilio Estefan on the Music He Created for Miss Universe 2024: \u2018It Blends Mexican Flavors With Global\u00a0Influences\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\n\tMexico City is gearing up to host the 73rd Miss Universe pageant at Arena CDMX on Saturday (November 16), marking the event\u2019s return to the country since 2007. In addition to crowning the next beauty queen, succeeding Nicaraguan Sheynnis Palacios, this year\u2019s competition highlights a unique fusion of global folklore with a Mexican essence. This is thanks to Emilio Estefan<\/a>, who composed the official theme song and will also serve as a judge.<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cWhat I like is that it blends Mexican flavors with global influences,\u201d the acclaimed musician told Billboard Espa\u00f1ol <\/em>during a Zoom interview. His meeting with Miss Universe President Ra\u00fal Rocha Cant\u00fa played a crucial role in the theme\u2019s creation.<\/p>\n

\n\tThe 2024 jury also features a dozen distinguished figures from the entertainment, fashion and art industries, including Venezuelan singer and influencer Lele Pons<\/a> and Colombian rapper Fariana. It also includes Brazilian artist Romero Britto, fashion designer Eva Cavalli, Miss Universe 1978 Margaret Gardiner, and more.<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cI think it\u2019s important for people to realize that we are different [as Latinos]; although we are different countries, we have the same heart and a message of unity,\u201d added Estefan.<\/p>\n

\n\tBillboard Espa\u00f1ol<\/em> spoke with the Cuban-American superproducer to discuss his creative process and expectations for the event.<\/p>\n

\n\tAs the composer of the official Miss Universe 2024 theme song, what inspired you to compose this piece and what do you hope to convey to the public?<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n

\n\tMiss Universe has undergone an incredible transformation. President Ra\u00fal [Rocha Cant\u00fa] has made an impressive change because he is focused on creating something that can inspire a new generation and bring in new faces. When the president visited the studio, he liked a piece that I was working on at the time. He liked it so much that I ended up doing the program\u2019s closing and the score as well. What I like is that it has a flavor of Mexico but also represents all countries around the world. As a producer, I have worked with Gloria [Estefan], Shakira, Jennifer [Lopez]\u2026 so many people throughout my career. I came from my country, Cuba, at a very young age, but I also grew up in the United States; I have a fusion of many sounds. So, I am very happy. I did it with a lot of affection and respect, and I hope people realize that Miss Universe can encompass everything.<\/p>\n

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