The Ultimate Global Latin Smash
Taki Taki is a moombahton masterpiece that brings together four superstars. Produced by DJ Snake, it features Puerto Rican singer Ozuna, American rapper Cardi B, and singer Selena Gomez. It became a viral sensation for its infectious hook and bilingual lyrics.
To sing this well, you don't need an operatic range. You need rhythm. The challenge lies in the rapid-fire Spanish delivery, the attitude in the rap sections, and maintaining the groove without rushing. Let's break down the three distinct vocal styles.
AI Coach Tip: Watch Your Diction
Because the beat is so dominant, singers often slur the Spanish words. Our analysis shows that over-articulating the consonants in "Taki Taki, rumba" improves your timing score significantly.
Part 1: The Hook (Ozuna)
Ozuna carries the chorus with a smooth, melodic reggaeton flow. The key here is the "pocket." He sings slightly behind the beat to create a relaxed vibe. The phrase "Taki Taki" needs to be percussive—almost like a drum itself.
The Trap: Don't sing this too forcefully. It requires a forward-placed, nasal resonance common in Latin Urban music, but it should sound effortless, not shouted.
Part 2: The Rap (Cardi B)
Cardi B enters with high energy and aggression. Her verse switches between English and Spanish. The difficulty spikes here due to the speed.
- Attitude: You need to project confidence. Use glottal stops to emphasize the end of her lines.
- Breath Control: The line "Cardi B, I'm a boss, you a worker, bitch" is delivered fast. Take a deep diaphragmatic breath before her verse starts so you don't run out of air.
Part 3: The Bridge (Selena Gomez)
Selena brings a softer, breathier contrast to the song. Her section is sung mostly in a "whisper pop" style. This requires excellent breath support to keep the tone consistent without it breaking.
Focus on a light head-voice mix. Unlike Cardi's punchy delivery, Selena's lines should glide over the beat smoothly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not necessarily, but you need to learn the phonetics. The Singing Coach AI app breaks down the Spanish lyrics phonetically so you can master the pronunciation even if you aren't fluent.
The melody is relatively contained, reaching up to a C5 in the female parts, but most of the song sits comfortably in the speech-level register (G3-A4).
The beat is 96 BPM. If you are struggling with the rap flow, slow the track down to 75% in the app, master the diction, and then speed it back up.
