Valió La Pena
2004
Songwriters:
Emilio Estefan Jr., Kike Santander, Roberto Blades (among co-writers credited for “Valió la Pena”). Producers: Emilio Estefan Jr., Sergio George (for the salsa / tropical version).
Full mix
Drums
Percussion
Drums
Sound Effects Crowd
Bass
Electric Bass
Keys
Piano
Keys
Brass Section
Vocals
Backing Vocal
Vocals
Lead Vocal
“Valió la Pena” is one of Marc Anthony’s emblematic tropical-salsa songs, blending romantic lyrics with a danceable Latin rhythm. The track combines powerful brass arrangements, energetic percussion, and Anthony’s expressive vocals to deliver a passionate message of love and emotional redemption. Its infectious groove and heartfelt delivery reflect Latin pop and salsa traditions, making the song a favorite in dance clubs and among Latin music fans worldwide. Released as a single following the success of Amar Sin Mentiras, “Valió la Pena” helped revitalize mainstream salsa in the 2000s, reaching wide audiences and reaffirming Marc Anthony’s status as one of the leading voices in Latin music.