La Paloma

"La Paloma" is a famous Spanish song performed by Júlio Iglesias. The original key of the song is F major. The music was composed in 1861 by Sebastian Yradier. Originally a habanera, "La Paloma" gained immense popularity and has been covered by numerous artists over the years. It holds the Guinness World Record for being the most recorded song in history with over 2,000 versions. Despite its origins as a Cuban song, it has become widely associated with Spanish culture. The melody of "La Paloma" is hauntingly beautiful and captures the essence of love and longing, making it a timeless classic.