Chayanne Want's Others To Have More Than Himself.....

This is a short but adorable interview done the other day with Chayanne on El Nuevo Dia. The parts that I like the most is that Chayanne confirms what we've know all along, that he's a simple man, with simple needs, that just want to make sure that all the other people in his life that's he's responsible for are comfortable and well taken care of......and the fact that that he's he's stopping into Colorado to get to Chile....do think that's mere coincidence? I would say not! Right Anniee!! *WINK*

So to all you people who might happen to be at one of the Colorado airports...if you happen to see a tiny gringa standing in the middle of some indiscriminate runway with a "Welcome Chayanne to Colorado" sign....please don't call the police, that's just Anniee try to get her Chayanne on!

~Peace

Translation by Candela 

Media Research by Fantasia

You have promised your fans to give three concerts correct?

Chayanne:  What happens is that I promise less in order to give more, because sometimes you promise and promise and promise and then you can’t keep it.  The only thing I wish for is for the people to enjoy themselves, be happy and enjoy a moment of present memories, love, very beautiful.  I always try to live up to the public’s expectations, always try my best because every night is different even if you perform at the same location.  It’s all about energy and holding my heart in my hand, and it comes from the heart with a lot of love in each of my presentations.  Everything in Puerto Rico will be bigger, bigger stage, more lights, more equipment, more dancers, and more music.  And it’s all because I want to give the people that saw me grow up everything I that I can.  I am happy, I was a little nervous when I arrived, but I am doing well.

Tell me about this concert.

Chayanne:  Well, in Puerto Rico I cannot leave out songs that were very promoted such as Provocame, Lo Dejaria Todo, Atado a Tu Amor.  I check what songs are on the line up and then you start adding other songs.  I remember Completamente Enamorados was a huge success here, and also I will be adding a musical tribute to Puerto Rico so there are going to be many surprises. So expect this show to be totally different than the others because this is my country, or should I say our country because when I am elsewhere I call Puerto Rico my country, but since I am here now I must say, our country.  The dancers are coming in from Los Angeles today, the musicians are also coming in, and a charter with all my crew came from Mexico yesterday.

Tell me what Chayanne has in his dressing room?  Are you a difficult person to please?

Chayanne:  No, I am easy…I say  “yes” to everything (laughs)  Don’t get me started (laughs).

No really, I like to have water, Gatorade, natural juices if it’s possible, but I don’t ask for much. I normally ask more for others than for myself.  After Puerto Rico, I will be returning to Miami, then fly to *Colorado, to Chile for Viña Del Mar.  So on Monday I will be with my family but then off to my travels again. 

Do you remember an anecdote from a special Valentine’s Day that you spent with your loved one, the way it should be, with your wife?

Chayanne:  I had a surprise in Venice; I was just getting back from Spain and didn’t know she was in Venice. When I got t here she surprised me with dinner, restaurant, flowers, everything was set up. By talking or with nice gestures I always try to work on my relationship no matter what.

Just to clarify...Chayanne is flying to Colorado to get to Chile...but it's close enough 

The Stroke of His Life

This is a very interesting article about Chayanne and how he compares his life to a game of golf. He uses very clever comparisons and at the same time we learn so much about his artistic and personal life. Chayanne is a very disciplined person who always gives the best of himself not only to his family but also to us, his eternal fans! Enjoy!

To cover 18 holes of a golf course turns out to be the analogy that perfectly sums up life of the Puerto Rican singer Chayanne. Balance, strength, strategy and control are the elements that he applies to the sport, his career and life.

Thus he claims to assure us to have achieved several “holes in one”.

At his 42 years of age, his perfect moves have been his children 13-year-old Lorenzo, and 10-year-old Isadora; to obtain the excessive delivery of his public for the 32 years of his musical career; and the satisfaction of having with him two responsible people encouraging the values of humility, generosity and authenticity that distinguishes him as a human being, his parents Quintino "Tito" Figueroa and Irma Luz Arce.

For the vocalist, his family and his career are the inspiration to repeat this “putt" stroke for endless hours in the "green". And in the game of the life, his efforts are directed to seeking happiness.

Who does this artist with the most contagious and honest smile play against? Against himself!

And the fact is that both in the field of golf and on stage, Chayanne faces the challenges that bring on a heap of emotion, feelings and experiences, like he has faced during his world tour, “No Hay Imposibles“ which started last year and has already covered more than ten countries. This weekend the appointment is in his homeland, with three functions in the Coliseum José Miguel Agrelot in Hato Rey.

“Golf is a way of life ... the way you overcome a bad situation or a bad blow, how you control it. Golf is a primer for life. It relaxes you and simultaneously you are at war with yourself. You have to be better than yesterday and your last game”, stated the singer in an exclusive interview with El Nuevo Dia from his office in the “City of the Sun”.

“The challenge is to keep improving, in your life, to give a better show, better albums, be a better human being, father, husband, son, and friend. It requires balance, strength, strategy, control, and passion from oneself. It is a sport that you approach just like your career”, added Chayanne, who this weekend comes face to face with his presentations in his country.

He also stated that his success always depends on his state of mind.

“Once you enter this field you venture into another world. There is a lake in a certain place, you might also find an abyss with the sea at a distance, and you see another hole in the rocky mountains and the sun setting between the orange rocks and it reflects a light with a copper hue. It is not a question of game only”, he told us with his voice filled with enthusiasm as he confessed that he can spend hours talking about golf as it is one of his “passions”.

Similar to what he experiences in the field of this game are the emotions that he receives from his audience. These emotions are the ones who give life to the show.

“You can present yourself on the same stage and every mood is different. I have enjoyed theaters filled with 2000 people, coliseums with 15 to 20 thousand people, or stadiums with more than 80 thousand, I do not discard any of these scenarios because they each hold a very special and different satisfaction,” he said.

It is for this reason, that to set foot for the first time on the Coliseum’s stage in Puerto Rico fills him with anxiety, since it is there “where my parents, friends, and the public that propelled my career will be. I am super happy. We have begun with the right foot and what better place to be for Valentine’s Day weekend than in my homeland”.

He explained that the concert in the island has very different elements, such as a new choreography, a new song, and other surprises that may elapse between each presentation.

The voice behind “Y Tu Te Vas” spoke about why he doesn’t integrate other artists in his concerts. He said that he would love to someday do it, but he does not like to force things or situations. It hasn’t happened to date and when it does it should be something that comes naturally.

One of the names that first come to mind is the singer/songwriter Juan Luis Guerra. This desire has been on his mind since he heard the song “Ojala Que Llueva Café” (I wish it would rain coffee) two years ago in Venezuela and he said to himself “I want to record that song”. Juan Luis Guerra is an incredible success and this is a song that has moved many hearts.

Another person whom he professes great admiration for is to the maestro Ángel "Cucco" Peña. “The arrangements that he prepares are amazing. He is one of the greats”, he added.

Free of Scandals

Between laughs and smirks, the vocalist who makes women absolutely crazy with his suggestive choreographies, revealed that his formula to stay away from scandals is simple: “They do not know the things that I do. My formula is not to say it”, the artist joked, provoking the goof offs of his two brothers Elliot and Emanoel, who were observing him from one of the corners of his office.

In a more serious tone, he clarified that the key is “to try to maintain control, know what you can gain and lose from it. There is so much work that you have no time and it does not allow for you to do bad things”, he explained as they all exploded into laughter.

On the worries that he experiences as the father to Lorenzo and Isadora he said that they are the same as any other parent.

“I have many worries, but the task begins since the day they are born.” Giving them knowledge, which will be their self defense when they are alone. You teach a child to put a napkin on their lap when they are sitting at a table and the day that mom and dad are not there they will remember what you taught them and they will do it by themselves ”, mentioned the singer, who visits his family on the Island every Christmas.

He also added that his children have already shown artistic inclinations and no matter which career they choose they will always have his support.

“I will support every decision that they make and they will have my unconditional support. I will always be honest according to what I see”, added the singer, who in turn pointed out that his children have always understood his work.

He also acknowledged that the values that his parents instilled in him are the ones that he has taught his children. “I have taught them everything my parents taught me. Study first, respect and protect themselves, and always look out for themselves”, he concluded.

Please see original article here: http://www.elnuevodia.com/elgolpedesuvida-883643.html

Translation by yours truly Candela ;-)

Media Research by Fantasia

Web Users Fall In Love With Chayanne Again! (Article Translation)

Translation by Candela

Media Research by Fantasia

Please see the original article on El Nuevo Dia

The Puerto Rican star Chayanne once again heated things up for the ELNUEVODIA.com users with his usual spontaneity and mischief.

For about an hour, the singer videochated with fans from Miami, Florida, and showed why he is one of the most loved artists from Puerto Rico. The cyber meeting occurred just over a week away from the series of concerts offered at the Puerto Rico Coliseum, José Miguel Agrelot, on the 11^th, 12^th and 13^th of February as part of his world tour “No Hay Imposibles”. 

During the video chat, which gathered more than 2,600 users, the artist reiterated how much he loves to dance. "Moving my skeleton is something I do because the music takes me. I have the rhythm in my heart, “he said.

To the question of what would you do when you can no longer move so deliciously on stage, Chayanne replied: "I don’t know, I will always move with the passion and heart, maybe a little slower “, he laughs.  “I don’t know what I will be able to offer, but I will always give my best”.

Otherwise, the singer listed the three best memories of his life.  He stressed the birth of his children, Lorenzo and Isadora, having his family together at the dinner table, and to be in a show where the public chants his songs.

About the candidacy of his brother Emanoel Figueroa for mayor of San Lorenzo, by the New Progressive Party, Chayanne said he was not concerned that supporting his brother would affect his career. 

"My thought is for that person that brings harmony, peace ... I support the person who has a good thought for his people. I support him as a brother, now at a professional level.  I let people be and I don’t mix myself in that aspect, but he has my heart, "he said.

In more intimate details, the interpreter said that he does not sing in the shower, that he is ticklish, and that “I give myself love”, and that he smells like “soap” and “skin”.  He also assured that he would leave his career if there was a legitimate need by his family.  Chayanne finally reiterated his love for Puerto Rico and the Puerto Rican audience.  “I am super in love with you!  I love my Borinquen, my beloved land,” said the artist.

Video Chat with Chayanne – All That + A Cherry On Top!

I never say no”

And this statement from Chayanne gave way into the video chat brought to you exclusively by El Nuevo Dia, where Chayanne answered the questions on his fan’s minds.

Many questions were asked in the hour long video chat many of which we’ve heard before.  The hot political question of the day was if he would campaign for his brother's (Emanoel Figueroa) candidacy for Mayor of San Lorenzo and if he would think this would hinder his career?  The answer was yes, he would campaign and no, this would not hinder either of their careers... and of course this should come as no surprise.  Chayanne is one of the most family-oriented artists out there and it is only fitting that he would support his brother in his aspirations. 

For all of you my dear Spanish-language challenged friends, I have listened to the interview and extracted what I believe to be the essence of it all.  The excerpt below does not include the many questions we’ve heard over and over again (such as, what perfume do you use and all its variations).  All in all this was quite a charming and cozy interview.  Just what I needed on this freezing cold night in New York City after a long day of work.  Enjoy!

Q. When will we see you again with a beard? 

I LOVED this question… one thing about Bariloche is… Bariloche loves her man with beards lol.  Though he stated he is not planning to change his current look, in all honesty… he is still the best looking man on the planet, beard or not.

Q. What is the most embarrassing moment you’ve had onstage?

A. A disappearing act I did once.  The stage gave way and I fell completely forward speakers and all. 

[I cannot imagine that the women standing in front of that stage so much as moved an inch seeing him fall towards them. LOL!]

Q. What would you do if your wife asks you to stop being Chayanne the artist and just be you?

A. She would have to speak to my mother who named me… and would have a big problem! (laughs).  They call me Chan, Chay.  Chayanne.  I’ve always said that Chayanne is not an artistic name.  It’s what they call me.  But in the case that my family would need me to stop being an artist, I would stop doing all this.  If it’s for a legit reason, not for a whim, yes.  I don’t tend to do a lot of things on a whim.  But you know, when there are things like illnesses and someone needs you, then at that time I would stop.  I have a lot of love for the people.

"This has been my life, not just touring.  You meet people and they treat me like family.  It’s a very beautiful thing and something incredible"

Q. What do you fear?

A. Al cuco!

Something I fear… what we just spoke about… when you get difficult illnesses in the family.  These difficult illness that require a lot of strength.  And I’ve been in situations that are examples of that.  Life happens to everybody.  But you have to have that positive mind that nothing is impossible whether it’s at work or in personal situations. 

[I love his answer! El Cuco!  For those of you who are not familiar with the term, “el cuco” is basically that unknown "boogie monster" our Hispanic parents get us to believe in, so that we are well behaved children.  As soon as you do something naughty, you hear them say “just you wait til night time when “el cuco” is going to come get you".  Oh he brought back some sweet childhood memories of mine! J ]

“I give myself completely in everything I do”

Q. Why did you get married so young?

A.  Life.  Life takes you to make decisions that are thought of, not just spontaneous.  And that’s how it all happens.  You can’t have an alternate life where you can live and then go back to make decisions. We only have one life and I am very happy with mine. 

Q. What’s your weakness?

A.  I’m very protective of everyone I love.  I’m very defensive if needed, using words of course.

Q. What will you do when you can no longer move so deliciously on stage?

A.  I don’t know.  I will always move with passion and heart.  Now.. I might move a little slower, that’s another thing (laughs).

Q. Do you fear old age?

A.  No, I want to live through all stages of life.  With dignity.  I’m sure there will be difficult moments, but no, I don’t fear it.

Q.  Are you bringing a lot of dancers to Puerto Rico?

A.  To Puerto Rico I am bringing my current group.  I’m adding a few more dancers.  And other little surprises that we have with the choreography.  Musically, I’m looking into other songs, new arrangements…

Q. What do you like most about yourself?

A.  I like that I always try to find harmony and be at peace.

Q. Do you regret anything?

A.  I’ve had difficult moments I’ve learned from but generally I am very happy with everything life has given me.

“Que Rico!!!!”

And there you have it friends.  More reasons to love this man.  As if any more were needed. 

Chayanne will be in Guadalajara, Mexico this weekend at the Omni Life Stadium and then its home.  I know Puerto Rico is bursting with excitement as the day approaches to see their island’s pride and joy perform for the first time at the Coliseo in Hato Rey.  I mean… I can hear my bff Marbella scream “Chayanne!” all the way from Puerto Rico here in NYC ever so often throughout the day. Hehehe 

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Meeting with Chayanne! Tonight! Be There Or Be Square!

This is a really cute article by El Nuevo Dia 

The translation had been lovingly done by Candela Spirit

I can't wait to see this interview...but I will have to tell you...If someone asks him again what does he wear to bed....I'm going to scream! (That's one of the questions they forgot to list below! LOL)

~Peace

"The singer will participate today in a video chat at 7:00 pm. (Puerto Rico)

Chayanne’s playfulness, sensuality, and humor will be broadcast live from Miami today, where alnuevodia.com presents a video chat with the artist at 7:00 pm.

For an entire hour the website surfers may ask whatever they want to the singer, who was present at the Coliseum in Puerto Rico, José Miguel Agrelot, on the 11th, 12th and 13^th of February as part of his tour "No Hay Imposibles”.

The video chat will take place in the sunny city of Miami, where the artist lives with his family and where his offices are located.  

The online event comes nearly one year after the first video chat with Chayanne which was held by El Nuevo Día, on February 25th, which so far is the most watched in the history of the site, more than 3.000 users online.

At that time Chayanne was faced with prying questions and he confessed weaknesses and even danced doggy style to please a fan.

These are some of the questions that he was asked in that occasion:

How do you sleep? With a sheet in hot weather and in a shirt in cold weather. 

What‘s your shoe size? 12

Do you wear boxer shorts? Yes, I wear boxers.

How do you stay away from scandals?  By respecting the media, respecting my fellow artists, respecting people, and respecting myself. I'm very quiet and when I finish my commitments I will go out and eat at a specific location surrounded only by my group.

Do your children speak Spanish? Yes, they speak it perfectly and also read and write it.   

Do you want to have more children? They are beautiful, but I'm fine this way.  But I have my brother who just had triplets so I have enough with that.

Do you travel with your family?  It is very difficult because one goes from one place to another and it is a concern. I am very proud of them, but it's something I prefer to keep to myself."