"La Sirenita - Bésala" is a Spanish version of the song "Kiss the Girl" from the Disney animated film "The Little Mermaid" (known as "La Sirenita" in Spanish). Here are some interesting facts about the song and the movie:
Original English Version: "Kiss the Girl" was originally written and composed by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman for the English version of "The Little Mermaid." It's one of the memorable songs from the film.
Multilingual Versions: Disney is known for producing multilingual versions of their songs for international audiences. "La Sirenita - Bésala" is the Spanish rendition of "Kiss the Girl" and is sung by Sebastian, the Jamaican crab who serves as King Triton's court composer.
Romantic Moment: In the movie, "Kiss the Girl" is performed as Ariel and Prince Eric are out on a lagoon in a boat. Sebastian the crab encourages Eric to kiss Ariel, but various comical obstacles prevent him from doing so.
Critical and Commercial Success: "The Little Mermaid" was released in 1989 and was a massive success both critically and commercially. The film's music, including "Kiss the Girl," played a significant role in its popularity.
Legacy: "The Little Mermaid" is often considered one of the Disney Renaissance films, marking a period of renewed success for Disney's animated feature films. The songs from the movie, including "Kiss the Girl," are still beloved by fans of all ages.
Influence: The success of "The Little Mermaid" and its music had a lasting impact on Disney's approach to animated films and musical storytelling, leading to many more musical hits in subsequent films.
Alan Menken and Howard Ashman: The songwriting duo of Alan Menken and Howard Ashman played a pivotal role in the success of "The Little Mermaid" and later Disney films like "Beauty and the Beast" and "Aladdin." Their collaboration helped shape the Disney musical renaissance.
Cultural Impact: "Kiss the Girl" has become a classic Disney song and is often covered by various artists. It remains a popular choice for Disney-themed events and karaoke.
"La Sirenita - Bésala" is a Spanish-language adaptation of a beloved Disney song from "The Little Mermaid," which has left a lasting mark on the world of animated musicals.