Formentera is a song by Spanish singer

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and Argentine rapper and singer

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. It was released on December 3, 2021, as the lead single from Aitana's upcoming third studio album by

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Background

During an interview with ''

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'' in November 2021,

confirmed that she had collaborated with

in a track that would be released soon. Some days later,

confirmed the release date of the single and confirmed that the music video would also be dropping that same day.

Reception

"The catchy melody of the song's chorus is one of the most memorable parts of the song". Soon after its release, the song was criticized by some listeners because one verse reads, "I'll fly directly to

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", but Formentera is an island and has no airport.

Commercial performance

The song debuted at number 76 on the ''

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and eventually peaked at number 57. In Spain, the song peaked at number three and was certified 5xplatinum.

Track listing

Charts

Certifications

References

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