Insomniac

about this album

Insomniac is the eighth studio album, and fourth English-language album, released by Spanish singer Enrique Iglesias. The album was produced by John Shanks, Kristian Lundin, Sean Garrett, Anders Bagge, Jesper Andersen, Mark Taylor, Stargate, and Maratone. It also contains his first collaboration with a rapper, Lil Wayne, as well as a cover of indie band Ringside's "Tired of Being Sorry". This album is said to be different from his prior albums, incorporating a more contemporary pop style. As well as the aforementioned hip hop collaboration, the album also includes elements of R&B and Latin pop. It was released worldwide on June 11, 2007 and in the USA on June 12, 2007 Allmusic reviewer Stephen Thomas Erlewine gave to the album 2.5 out of 5 stars, writing: "'Insomniac' is pushed to a younger audience. But Enrique is too much of a crossover guy to spend the entire album doing the nasty. Sometimes, he pushes too hard in either direction, but sometimes Iglesias strikes the right balance between crossover pop and stylish retro-new wave production. What works on this slick, snazzy makeover is what always works for him: the ballads and the middle-of-the-road pop tunes. They may not be hip, but they're part of the family tradition, and when he sticks to them, he's as good as ever."Lauren Murphy from Entertainment.ie criticized the songs, writing: "Every track here is either a sombre, mumbled, slow-moving number that sounds dated and cumbersome, cheesy radio-friendly dirges that have

why this is interesting

# Insomniac This album marks a significant turning point in Iglesias's artistic trajectory, embracing contemporary production while broadening his sonic palette. Rather than retreating into familiar territory, he experiments with hip-hop collaboration—notably with Lil Wayne—and weaves R&B and Latin pop elements throughout. The assembled producers bring diverse sensibilities that prevent the record from feeling formulaic. By covering Ringside's "Tired of Being Sorry," Iglesias acknowledges influences beyond his established lane, suggesting genuine curiosity about contemporary music. The resulting work captures an artist actively evolving his craft during a pivotal period, making it worth exploring for anyone interested in how established musicians navigate stylistic reinvention

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