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Kat Von D reimagines ‘Fotos Y Recuredos’ By Selena

Gifted multi-hyphenate Kat Von D unveils a very personal take on ‘Fotos y Recuerdos,’ the hit song from iconic Mexican-American recording artist Selena.

Born in Mexico, growing up speaking Spanish, Kat Von D has always felt a deep connection with Selena’s music – even before writing and recording her own music – Selena’s language-crossover album Dreaming of You’, served as Kat’s first introduction to English.

Talking about the track, Kat Von D says: “Selena was such a big part of my childhood! Her music was on constant rotation in our house growing up, so covering ‘Fotos y Recuerdos’ was something that felt natural to me, and I’m so excited for this song to be my first musical release in my native language, Spanish”.

‘Fotos y Recuerdos’ a cover version of The Pretenders’ single ‘Back On The Chain Gang’, written by the iconic band’s lead vocalist and main songwriter Chrissie Hynde with Spanish-language lyrics by Selena y Los Dinos keyboardist Ricky Vela – is at once an emotionally-resonant and energizing blend of the rock roots it originates from, danceable pop and house elements, and Selena’s Latin pop flair to tie it all together. This combination of genres plays perfectly into the synthwave sound Kat Von D has established for herself onLove Made Me Do It,’ making ‘Fotos Y Recuerdos’ the perfect cover for Kat and her band to add to their discography.

On Kat’s cover, her melancholic vocals carry the pining lyrics through a soundscape of lush, atmospheric piano that gives way to a club-ready electronic beat, resulting in a poignant reimagining that fully displays the strengths of Kat and her band while preserving the energy and emotion of Selena’s original work – an effect Kat looked to achieve as a way to honor and pay tribute to Selena.

‘Fotos y Recuerdos’ deals with the heartache of a love not meant to be, the lyrics are steeped in emotional power made more meaningful by Kat’s interpretation. Exploring grief and loss, the visuals accompanying the single, serve as an homage to loved ones who have passed away. Featuring projections of photos selected by Kat and her band of people who had a great impact on their lives – from Alan Vega and Lemmy of Motörhead, to Kat’s pet cat – the music video is a compelling and touching ode to remembering the ones who meant the most to us, elevated by the power of Selena’s touching songwriting.

Of the meaning behind the music video Kat says: “‘Fotos y Recuerdos’ has a beautiful chorus that translates to, “And all that I have left of your love, are photos and memories” so for the music video, my bandmates and i compiled a collection of photographs of loved ones we have lost, and had these sentimental images projected onto us while we performed the song.  It was an emotional experience to say the least. But one that I hope Selena would be proud of.”

 

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