: Despite some criticism, the remix was viewed as a strategic move to help the song achieve mainstream pop crossover success in the U.S., similar to the "Despacito" remix with Justin Bieber.
: Produced by Play-N-Skillz , the track maintains a mid-tempo reggaeton beat designed for dance floors. : Despite some criticism, the remix was viewed
Experience the bilingual energy and lyrical visual of the remix through these official and community-shared clips: However, some original fans felt Perry’s vocal style
: General listeners frequently described the song as a "bop" and an "earworm". However, some original fans felt Perry’s vocal style didn't fully mesh with the reggaeton "flow" established by Daddy Yankee. Key Musical Elements specifically the "California Gurl" lyric
: Many fans appreciated the nostalgic nod to Perry’s own discography, specifically the "California Gurl" lyric, which subverted her classic "California Gurls" persona to fit the track's theme.
: Forbes contributor Jeff Benjamin offered a more critical take, noting that Perry’s Spanish lines were overly simple and that some lyrics relied on "tired Hollywood stereotypes" about Latin culture.