Top 20 Best Spanish Songs of All Time

This instrumental masterpiece is the soul of Spain. Paco de Lucía brought flamenco into modern times with this rumba. It's virtuosic, gripping and timeless. No other piece of music evokes the atmosphere of a Spanish summer as directly as "Entre dos aguas."

Although Carlos Santana is best known for his guitar playing, this song is one of the most important Spanish-language recordings ever. It's a melting pot of rock, jazz and Latin. It proves that rhythm knows no boundaries.

Manu Chao brought a rebellious, alternative vibe to Spanish pop. Me Gustas Tu is simple, repetitive and therefore brilliant. It's the sound of traveling, freedom and simply enjoying the little things. A song that immediately puts you in a good mood.

A melancholic masterpiece from the 1970s. The contrast between the cheerful melody and the sad lyrics about someone leaving makes this song timeless. In the Netherlands this is an absolute classic that continues to move generation after generation.

The defining sound of the 1980s that only grew bigger in the 1990s. Bamboléo is an explosion of flamenco guitars and raw vocals. It's a song that radiates freedom and passion and gets everyone at every party moving.

The Spanish version of his biggest hit is perhaps even more romantic. Enrique perfected the art of whisper vocals here. It's the ultimate ballad for anyone who has ever felt like a guardian angel to someone else.

One of Julio's most personal songs, a tribute to his roots. In the Netherlands this song became a massive hit that laid the foundation for his decades-long popularity here. It breathes nostalgia and a deeply felt respect for the past.

A song about heartbreak that strangely gets everyone dancing. Juanes combines rock influences with Colombian rhythms in a way that conquered all of the Netherlands in 2005. The black shirt became a symbol for an entire summer of music.

The summer of 2006 was completely dominated by this worldwide hit. The trumpets at the beginning and the irresistible beat made it the perfect soundtrack for the World Cup that year and countless summer nights afterwards.

Although the English version was a worldwide hit, the Spanish version Suerte is a favorite among enthusiasts. It combines pop with South American instruments and a unique vocal sound.

The man who stole the hearts of millions of Dutch people. With Bailamos, Enrique brought Spanish romance to the hit lists. The song has that specific late-night atmosphere: sultry, rhythmic and slightly dramatic. Perfect for a warm summer night.

The Gipsy Kings managed to give just about every classic an irresistible flamenco jacket. Volare is the ultimate example of this. It's pure joy in audio form. As soon as those guitars kick in, you imagine yourself on a sunny terrace with a glass of sangria.

The hit that broke all records. In 2017, there was no escaping Despacito. The song reminded the world how sexy and catchy Spanish pop can be. It's the modern blueprint for the perfect summer hit: slow, sultry and extremely catchy.

A piece of Cuban history that the Netherlands embraced wholeheartedly. Chan Chan is the definition of 'cool'. It's restrained, melancholic and craftsmanship of the highest order. It proved that Spanish music doesn't always have to be loud and busy to enchant.

A hauntingly beautiful fairy tale about the moon and a gypsy child. The voice of Ana Torroja and the dramatic build-up make this one of the most emotional Spanish songs ever made.

You can't make a list without the master of seduction. Julio Iglesias is an institution in the Netherlands. Quiero is one of his most beloved songs: an ode to desire, delivered with the silky voice that made generations of fans melt.

The modern successor to the classic summer hit. Alvaro Soler brought a fresh, poppy sound to the Dutch radio in 2016. Sofia is cheerful, has a high sing-along factor and is the perfect soundtrack for every vacation memory.

The track that brought reggaeton definitively to the Dutch mainstream. In 2004 this was the soundtrack of every club and beach party. It's aggressive, energetic and impossible to stand still to.

Rosalía brought a revolution by mixing traditional flamenco with modern trap and pop. This song put the new Spanish sound on the world map. It's mysterious, rhythmic and visually iconic.

A powerful, modern anthem from Spain that quickly became a classic. The song celebrates femininity and motherhood with an irresistible electronic beat and lyrics that made an impression across Europe.