Sensual Rhumba Music [Archive]

NeoDevin

11-24-2003, 07:35 PM

Sagitta

11-24-2003, 09:12 PM

There actually was a thread where people talked about rhumba music, though I cannot remember offhand where it was... But, I recollect some recommendations were:

Falling in Love - G. Estefan and Miami Sound Machine.
Blessed - Elton John
So Nice - Bebel Gilberto
Perhaps Perhaps Perhaps - Doris Day

I personally have got some Turkish/Greek songs from the web a while back, that I like. Have no idea what the names are etc, though :(

Spitfire

11-24-2003, 09:29 PM

I think those were mine, but for really sensual Rumba two that come to mind are:

Sway - Julie London
Besame Mucho - I've heard this by two different artists, but don't know who they are.

NeoDevin

11-24-2003, 09:51 PM

Thanks for the suggestions, I'll check them out. One of my favorites is the theme from Goldeneye.

ballroomboilergirl

11-25-2003, 11:07 AM

I believe Diana Krall does a pretty good version of "Besame Mucho". Here are some of my other Rhumba faves...

Ricky Martin "Casi Un Bolero" (I just competed in the final round of Newcomer International Rhumba at the Ohio Star Ball this weekend and this was the song...so hot!)

Ana Gabriel "Eres Todo En Mi"

Son by Four "Puro Dolor"

The Tony Rich Project "Nobody Knows"

Berlin "Take My Breath Away"

Adwiz

11-25-2003, 12:03 PM

Other favorites in addition to those mentioned include:

- Se Acabo by Lucia Mendez (26bpm). Very sensual, sung with tremendous emotion. The title means "I am finished." Strict tempo piece from Casa Musica's Latin Obsession CD.

- Hey by Julio Iglesias (26bpm)

- Emotion by Destiny's Child (23bpm)

- The One You Love by Paulina Rubio from her new album Border Girl (23bpm). Any Paulina Rubio album is a complete joy for dancers. Tan Sola from her Paulina album is also a great Rhumba song.

- Loving You by Jennifer Lopez (24bpm)

Also, FWIW, I think Lila Downs does a much better job of "Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps." Very sensual, rich with a deeper Latin-style Rhumba flavor than Doris Day's version, but not easy to dance to because it's quite fast at 28bpm and because of the tempo complexity used in the song. The first few bars are sung with no instruments. But powerful, wow!

Spitfire

12-06-2003, 12:18 AM

A couple more,

Disadvantages of You- Brass Ring.

For those of you who are old enough; remember this one from the Benson and Hedges cigarette commercial in the late 60's?

The Peanut Vendor - Mongo Santamaria.

It's a bit fast, but works for Rumba.

redhead

12-06-2003, 11:59 PM

Besame Mucho is still the best.
I also love the one from "Dance With Me."

dolceamore

12-28-2003, 01:48 PM

I LOVE the song COLORBLIND by counting crows. i dunno if its sensual, but i love it! you should listen to it!

Oscar

02-07-2004, 12:53 AM

Vertical Expression of Horizontal Desire - Bellamy Brothers
South of the Border - Dean Martin / Chris Isaak
Ticket to Heaven - Dire Straits
Are we in trouble now - Mark Knopfler
Diesel Cafe - Bellamy Brothers
Tequila Sunrise - Eagles
When you're only lonely - J.D. Souther
Cross My Broken Heart - Suzy Boguss

I like these. Was informed at another thread that they were Rhumbas. If anyone knows any more tunes with a similar rythm at any tempo let me know. Thanks in advance.

Sakura

02-08-2004, 11:07 AM

:) Hey all! I'm still trying to learn the difference between song styles in Latin (like Rhumba, Cha Cha, Samba, etc...), so this thread has given me some songs to look for and listen to differences! Thanks everyone!
Sakura Kitty :kitty:

Adwiz

02-09-2004, 01:09 AM

:)I'm still trying to learn the difference between song styles in Latin (like Rhumba, Cha Cha, Samba, etc...), so this thread has given me some songs to look for and listen to differences!

Sakura Kitty, you may find my ballroom dance music site helpful, because it provides additional details like bars per minute and links to song previews that will help you identify the differences between the music. There is also an article on helping you find the beat in dance music. www.dancesportmusic.com

etchuck

02-09-2004, 11:13 PM

Falling Into You (Celine Dion)
When We Dance (Sting)... it lasts 6 minutes (international preferably), so if you like to practice for a long time
Sacrifice (Elton John), probably better for American style.

Thanks for the suggestions that I can search for the next dance I get to mix music for... :)

Sagitta

02-09-2004, 11:38 PM

Glad that this thread helped, and welcome to DF etchuck! :)

Sakura

02-10-2004, 07:12 PM

=^__^= Thank you Adwiz! New dancing websites make me happy! It's very nice too!

Sakura Kitty :kitty:

NeoDevin

03-04-2004, 01:36 AM

Hmmm, came across a new one today... "African Tango" by Adiemus...

samba ajr

03-05-2004, 10:49 PM

Hmmm, came across a new one today... "African Tango" by Adiemus...

Ooh yeah! 8)

chachagirlie

03-06-2004, 07:29 PM

...a few more...

El Reloj - Jose Feliciano
Amado Mio - Pink Martini
Piramides de Amor - Triplets

Pat

01-13-2005, 07:44 PM

This thread has been dormant for a while -- any new suggestions?

I'm looking for some really slow/sensual/sultry rumba music for a performance.

mamboqueen

01-13-2005, 09:19 PM

The Look of Love - Diana Krall

delamusica

01-13-2005, 09:38 PM

Angelo

01-14-2005, 07:42 AM

This thread has been dormant for a while -- any new suggestions?

I'm looking for some really slow/sensual/sultry rumba music for a performance.

Jesus to a Child-George Michael
Cuando Pienso en Ti- Jose Feliciano
Quiereme Mucho-Linda Rondstat
There's no Me Without You-Toni Braxton

newbie

01-14-2005, 07:54 AM

Bird of paradise (Snowy White)

best-ballroom

01-16-2005, 04:54 AM

For some good vocal rumba music you may like to give the following a try:

Luis Miguel - Links to Amazon below:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000005TRX/bestballroom-21

http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000005TN1/bestballroom-21

I have a small selection of Amazon music links on my website:

http://www.best-ballroom.co.uk/s_music.htm

One of my favorite albums is Alejandro Fernandez - Me Estoy Enamorando :) This album features a duet with Gloria Estefan.

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000002EO3/bestballroom-21

Twilight_Elena

01-16-2005, 05:33 AM

The Look of Love - Diana Krall
I second that. Krall has a very sensual voice. Also by Diana Krall, "Besame Mucho". Her version is amazing.
I also highly reccomend "Piensa En Mi". Very nice.

Twilight Elena

Pat

01-16-2005, 04:20 PM

Piensa En Mi is great. Wish it were just a little slower ... but I'm tempted to go with it anyway for my performance.
Thanks for the pointer, Elena.

Twilight_Elena

01-18-2005, 02:21 AM

I LOVE the song COLORBLIND by counting crows. i dunno if its sensual, but i love it! you should listen to it!

It's an amazing song, but it's not at all a Rumba...
Personally, I like more latino/cuban rumbas, like Piensa en mi and Besame Mucho (or African Tango - a kill!). The english songs don't appeal to me all that much for this particular dance.

Twilight Elena

sunshineboy78

01-19-2005, 09:57 AM

Two people you might try: An artist named Jose Jose has incredibly romantic music.

Also, there is a group called Gotan that does modernized "Tango" music. They are used on the soundtrack of "Shall We Dance" American version. The music is not so specifically tango and much of it has a good beat to dance Rhumba too. My favorite version of "Sway," by the way, is on the soundtrack to Dark City.

Twilight_Elena

02-19-2005, 08:25 AM

Hmmm... Why isn't our Music Directory filled up with the songs we occasionally reccomend? We should try to gather up all different suggested songs and fit them into the proper categories, non?

Twilight Elena

Sagitta

02-19-2005, 08:50 AM

Rugby

07-12-2005, 12:33 AM

Straight To Number One by Touch and Go (real slutty, purrrr)
Algo Tienes by Martha Sanchez
Tell Me Why from the Casica Musica CD (popular at comps)
Why by Annie Lennox

liangjz

09-26-2005, 10:16 PM

La Playa- Chayanne
Sensual Woman - The Herbaliser (Snatch Soundtrack)

Leggie

11-25-2005, 03:37 PM

This is an old thread, so apologies if bringing it back ruffles any feathers - let me know!

I've found these two to be easy enough to rumba to:

Dire Straits - So Far Away
The Four Tops - Reach Out, I'll Be There

I may be wrong, but So Far Away seems to me to be particularly easy to dance to! Has anyone else any comments on these two?

Medira

11-25-2005, 03:45 PM

The Four Tops - Reach Out, I'll Be There
This one seems a bit fast...maybe?

Twilight_Elena

11-26-2005, 07:09 AM

Oooh, I'm glad this thread has been revived, I've found some beauuutiful rumbas lately! :D
Manana Si - Jose Jose
Para toda la vida - Rocio Durcal
No se porque te quiero - Ana Belen & Antonio Banderas (I am in love with this one!)
Tu Amor - Jon B
Donde esta tu amor - Son by Four
Bella Maria de mi Alma - Antonio Banderas (from "The Mambo Kings")

Pretty classic, too; most of them are our DJ's regulars.

Twilight Elena

GJB

11-26-2005, 05:51 PM

Do you know what CD "No se porque te quiero" is on?

ssjss

11-26-2005, 06:12 PM

Save a Prayer by Simon Lebon; Sylvio Anastacio on Samba Sunset. It's got a soft tropical rthymn and the lyrics. Just think off it I get lost in a day dream.

Twilight_Elena

11-27-2005, 05:49 AM

Do you know what CD "No se porque te quiero" is on?

"The Ultimate Latin Album 4". It can also be found in "Mirame" by Ana Belen.

Twilight Elena

gracie

11-27-2005, 07:39 AM

Medira

02-12-2006, 01:38 PM

It's been a while, and I'm looking for new ideas, so...

*bump!*

Any ideas for rumba music?

mamboqueen

02-12-2006, 01:56 PM

Hmmm...no one has mentioned Light my Fire...I find it particularly cigarette-worthy *LOL*

http://www.ballroomdancers.com/Music/info_album.asp?Album=1061

cy_phi

02-12-2006, 03:29 PM

The song has probably been used ad nauseum but Diana Krall's 'Temptation' is as sensual as it gets.

BTW, for those who went to the Holiday Dance Classic in Las Vegas in December, what was that rumba song Wendy Johnson danced to with Alan Tornsberg, Pasha Pashkov, Jean-Marc Genereux, et al? It's been bugging me since!

and123

02-12-2006, 03:49 PM

Many of Sade's songs are very sensual. She just has the kind of voice that exudes passion.

rjcbear

11-19-2006, 09:19 PM

I have listing to all the suggestions and they are few that I like. Do you guys have any other suggestion for a nice sensual rumba for a showcase?

Thank you in advance.

marktheshark

11-20-2006, 04:08 AM

Tell Me Why from the Casica Musica CD (popular at comps)

The version used in competitions is pants compared to the
original by Jessica Folker.

I'll second TE on Son by Four, their rumbas rule (especially
"Donde esta tu amor" and "Cuando seas mia").

Other favourites include:

Jennifer Lopez & Marc Anthony - No me ames
Proyecto Uno - Cruzando la calle
Giselle - Jurame
several versions of "Un historia de un amor" (just found out David Hasselhoff has done this song too, OMG!!! :p)
Btw, dancesportmusic.com has some peculiar song classifications.
I mean, "Baila Cassanova" a cha-cha?

cornutt

11-20-2006, 08:01 AM

Was going through some music I had on my computer last night and I came across K. D. Lang's (actually I guess that would be k d lang :p ) "When We Collide". I'm going to go add this one to my music list.

chachabelle

11-20-2006, 10:01 PM

I did a showcase rumba routine to "My All" by Mariah Carey - very slow and sensual. But I'm really liking "Cuando Pienso en Ti" right now by Jose Feliciano.

Some Day

11-21-2006, 11:24 AM

I love "Dancing in the Rain" by Robi Draco Rosa on his "Mad Love" CD. Lyrics are on the sexier side; very sensual music.

White Chacha

11-21-2006, 05:19 PM

The song has probably been used ad nauseum but Diana Krall's 'Temptation' is as sensual as it gets.

...

I have a hard time seeing it as a rumba after watching Jonathan and Katusha dance to it on the 2004 World Superstars video. I think it might make a good WCS though.

danceislove

11-22-2006, 03:53 AM

we're doing a routine to Si*Se "Mariposa en Havana" I love it :)

marktheshark

01-11-2007, 06:59 AM

George Michael & Mutya Buena - This is not real love

is a pretty good rumba. Don't like the song so much, but
the beat is very clear.

SonInDance

01-11-2007, 03:48 PM

How about Falling - Alicia Keyes. It is such a slow, beautiful rumba beat. Some think too slow, but her voice builds and you can do some nice rumba routine with the song.

Tigerlilly

01-11-2007, 03:58 PM

California Dreamin' - Queen Latifah
Begin the Beguine - Sheryl Crow (beautiful, dark rendition of the Cole Porter song)
Temptation - Diana Krall (been played a lot, I know, but I still like it)
Donde Esta Tu Amor - Son by Four
The Way You Look Tonight - Michael Buble (more romantic than sensual)

bullet

01-17-2007, 06:51 AM

My suggestions for good, sensual rhumbas are:

1. "Te Esperare" - but I don't know the name of the man who sings it. It is the spanish version of "Right here waiting for you".

2. "If Tommorow Never Comes"

3. "Calling" - Geri Halliwell

4. "Manana De Carnival" - Lusi Migel

5. "Comme Toi" - Ishtar - this is appropriate for show

6. "Tavol Mindenkitol" - Fiesta

7. "Te Juro" - Alejandro Fernandez

8. "Yo Naci" - Alejandro Fernandez

9. "Abrazame" - Tamara - this is one of my favourites rhumbas

10. "Bonga live" - Bonga

11. "My way" - Klaus Hallen

12. "You are the only one" - Ivan Mikulic - very good rhumba

13. "Speak Softly Love" - The Godfather - good for show, I think

14. "Imagine" - John Lennon

15. "Somos Novios" - Christina Aguilera& Andrea Bocceli - this rhumba is unique.

marktheshark

01-17-2007, 07:27 AM

Hooked on:

"Now that the love's gone" by Juan Camus

(Miami Latin - The Best of Latin Music Vol. 23)

Nik

01-17-2007, 02:18 PM

How about that rumba "Temptation"

Anyone know where I could find it or anyone have it?

Kitty

01-17-2007, 02:20 PM

How about that rumba "Temptation"

Anyone know where I could find it or anyone have it?

the one that was Jonathan and Katusha's Foxtrot Showdance?

Nik

01-17-2007, 02:22 PM

Nevermind, I need to read more.

alemana

01-17-2007, 02:23 PM

heh.

Kitty

01-17-2007, 02:34 PM

Nevermind, I need to read more.

I just can't believe you could rumba to that song!
seems like the same song we are talking about - by Diana Kroll

Twilight_Elena

01-17-2007, 02:36 PM

My dillema today: "Abrazame" by Tamara or by Luis Miguel? Totally different styles...

T_E

marktheshark

01-17-2007, 02:42 PM

My dillema today: "Abrazame" by Tamara or by Luis Miguel? Totally different styles...

T_E

By Giannis Poulopoulos! :p

Twilight_Elena

01-17-2007, 02:44 PM

By Giannis Poulopoulos! :p

O_o
Mark, you seriously scare me. Please tell me there's no such version...
(why aren't you at the party?)

T_E

marktheshark

01-17-2007, 02:58 PM

O_o
Mark, you seriously scare me. Please tell me there's no such version...
(why aren't you at the party?)

T_E

Well, there is the epic Greek cover that is "Agapa me".

Too tired to party today. Will go to Dance Fever on Friday and
Chicaboom on Saturday though to get my fix. ;)

Btw, why aren't you online?

Twilight_Elena

01-17-2007, 03:01 PM

Well, there is the epic Greek cover that is "Agapa me".

Too tired to party today. Will go to Dance Fever on Friday and
Chicaboom on Saturday though to get my fix. ;)

Btw, why aren't you online?

Avoiding some people, for many different reasons. :oops:
Yikes. "Agapa Me". Just remembered. :shock:

T_E

marktheshark

01-17-2007, 03:07 PM

Avoiding some people, for many different reasons. :oops:
Yikes. "Agapa Me". Just remembered. :shock:

T_E

Avoiding moi too? :confused:

Too bad... Miss our latin gossip...

And I've gathered quite some goodies to send ya.
Ah well, I guess you'll manage just fine without them! :p

Twilight_Elena

01-17-2007, 03:11 PM

Avoiding moi too? :confused:

Too bad... Miss our latin gossip...

And I've gathered quite some goodies to send ya.
Ah well, I guess you'll manage just fine without them! :p

Not avoiding you. Avoiding five other people. You tempt me with goodies, though. Evil! So I will go online, but if anyone bugs me it's all your fault! :p

T_E

contracheck

02-11-2007, 12:12 AM

I figured since we already have a thread for samba music, we should have one for rhumba too, since I love rhumba almost as much as I love samba. As I'm fairly new to dancing (had a total of 19 lessons so far, all group lesson), I don't have much in the way of music for anything. Any suggestions for good rhumba's would be appreciated.

Thanks
Does anyone know the rumba music Telona/Carolina Felippe danced to in 2006 Ohio Star Ball, which was televised by PBS on ast Wednesday. I find it witchingly beautiful.

tangotime

02-11-2007, 02:22 AM

Did you know ?-- Besame Mucho, was voted on by ( latino ) musicians, this was eons ago, as the worst rumba ever written !!-- I dont remember why .

DMD

11-07-2007, 12:33 PM

Here you go!

contracheck

11-07-2007, 08:58 PM

Hmmm...no one has mentioned Light my Fire...I find it particularly cigarette-worthy *LOL*

http://www.ballroomdancers.com/Music/info_album.asp?Album=1061

No one has mentioned "Les Feuillers Mortes" (The Autumn Leaves) sung by Andrea Bocelli in French. Slavik and Elena danced Rumba on this song in 2007 The World Super Stars Dance Festival. I played this Rumba in a studio, people stopped what they were doing to watch it, and they were mesmerized by the dance and the song. You can download this song from Amazon at 0.99 - well worth it.

tangotime

11-08-2007, 02:14 AM

A couple more,

For those of you who are old enough; remember this one from the Benson and Hedges cigarette commercial in the late 60's?

The Peanut Vendor - Mongo Santamaria.

.

I also remember it by Stan Kenton

cornutt

11-08-2007, 08:21 AM

Chris Issak, "Wicked Game".

pnoisette

11-08-2007, 09:10 AM

Some of my favorites:Rhythm and Latin tempos

Begin the Beguine by Sheryl Crow
Temptation by Diana Krall
Bolero de Luna Alberto Taurini
Soledad by Pink Martini (with long first part removed)
La Nave de Olvido(from the Lolita Cabana album)
Quiereme Mucho (from the Cuban Shinga ling album)

Twilight_Elena

11-08-2007, 09:21 AM

No one has mentioned "Les Feuillers Mortes" (The Autumn Leaves) sung by Andrea Bocelli in French. Slavik and Elena danced Rumba on this song in 2007 The World Super Stars Dance Festival. I played this Rumba in a studio, people stopped what they were doing to watch it, and they were mesmerized by the dance and the song. You can download this song from Amazon at 0.99 - well worth it.

I like Eva Cassidy's version best. I swear I get goosebumps when I hear her voice.
Edit: Listened to Bocelli's version and it sounds NOTHING like the one I know in English.

contracheck

11-08-2007, 04:13 PM

I like Eva Cassidy's version best. I swear I get goosebumps when I hear her voice.
Edit: Listened to Bocelli's version and it sounds NOTHING like the one I know in English.

Can you dance on Eva Cassidy's Autumn Leaves, Rumba show dance, for instance?

Twilight_Elena

11-08-2007, 05:27 PM

Not only can you dance a Rumba to it, but Sergei and Melia did at the 2006 Superstars.:p

contracheck

11-08-2007, 11:23 PM

Not only can you dance a Rumba to it, but Sergei and Melia did at the 2006 Superstars.:p

Now, I have to buy 2006 Superstars; there is no end.

contracheck

11-19-2007, 12:48 AM

Not only can you dance a Rumba to it, but Sergei and Melia did at the 2006 Superstars.:p

As far as I can tell, unlike the Bocelli's version, Cassidy's version does not have the Rumba beats or any distinct dance beats. A famous couple also did a Rumba showdance on Cassidy's version at OSB on Sat. Because there is no distinct beats I can hear, I believe that one can do any dance, including Tango and Paso, on this song. I alwayswanted to do Bolero shpwcase on Pavarotti's "Nessun Dorma," but it has been impossible for a novice dancer like myself because this aria does not have the Bolero beats. I guess just do the bolero when the song plays. The judges will have no way of knowing whether we are on the beats oroffthe beats.

Kassia

09-23-2008, 04:44 PM

Chris Issak, "Wicked Game".

I am bumping this thread again cause it's time for my dh & I to pick music for a rumba rountine...

I love Wicked Game too...
Chris Isaak also has a nice versiion of Besame Mucho except he sings it in English.. Its on my list too!!

Some others i am considering and will get final ok from our teacher when she is back from her holiday...

Sad Eyes - Enrique Eglasias
When You Say Nothing AT All - Alison Krause
It's not Goodbye - Laura Pausini
Stickwitu - Pu$$ycat Dolls
Spooky
You Belong To Me - Jason Wade (from the movie Shrek)

What do you all think? Good or bad choices>

chas27

09-23-2008, 07:57 PM

two of my personal faves are California Dreamin' by Queen Latifah and Vuelvo al Sur by Gotan Project...this last one may be more of a bolero but you can do Int'l style rumba to it too...i also like Europa by Gato Barbieri

LCbaseball22

03-07-2011, 06:38 AM

I have one to add, but it's not entirely Rumba, we did a Rumba/Cha-Cha routine to in our social intermediate class and I'm kinda sick of the song cause I've heard it so much, lol but anyways it's Derroche by Ana Belen.

Sakura Kitty, you may find my ballroom dance music site helpful, because it provides additional details like bars per minute and links to song previews that will help you identify the differences between the music. There is also an article on helping you find the beat in dance music.

Oh wow! That's your site? It's an excellent resource. I came across it a while back and I've used it a lot since then. I've actually ran through and listened to samples for the entirely of a few of the lists and I think at least a third of my current Cha Cha playlist is from your suggestions. Can I make a suggestion of my own though? :) You should add more to the Tango section, It's severely lacking compared to the others...