Produced by Emilio Estefan Jr. and Lawrence Dermer, the cover remains remarkably faithful to Vicki Sue Robinson’s 1976 original while injecting the "Latin vibe" synonymous with Miami Sound Machine.
: Remixed by Pablo Flores , Javier Garza, and Eric Schilling, this version emphasizes high-energy percussion and synth-heavy hooks. Gloria Estefan - Turn The Beat Around (Extended)
: Critics from Billboard noted the track is wrapped in "delicious layers of live strings and horns," drawing comparisons to Estefan's own classic "Conga". Chart Performance and Reception Produced by Emilio Estefan Jr
: A David Morales production that leans into deep house and tribal elements, stretching the track to over seven minutes. : Critics from Billboard noted the track is
: During the recording sessions, Estefan noted that her daughter would "twist and turn and kick" whenever the rhythm played, jokingly crediting the song for her daughter's eventual career as a drummer. Perspectives on the Cover
Gloria Estefan ’s 1994 rendition of "" served as a vibrant centerpiece for both the film The Specialist and her covers album, Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me . While the standard radio version runs approximately 3:52, the extended remixes—most notably Pablo's 12" Remix (7:25) and the Def Conga Mix (7:42)—elevated the track into a definitive club anthem of the mid-90s. Production and Remix Highlights
“This is the amazing Gloria Estefan at her very best! Pure pop with a Latin feel that sounds as awesome today as when it was released.” YouTube · POPTASTICA! · 12 years ago
