Rauw Alejandro’s latest single “Touching the Sky” gives fans a dreamy glimpse at his next chapter.
The Puerto Rican singer, known for his experimental reggaeton-pop fusion and upbeat dance moves, released the song ahead of his upcoming fifth studio album. “Touching the Sky” brings a flirty, summer energy; a sound that is reminiscent of developing a crush and navigating how to proceed with the feeling.
The music video for the single features a love story, musical-esque choreography, timeless outfits worn by Alejandro and his dancers, and the romantic streets of New York City. The 31-year-old performer can be seen dancing around comparing the desires towards his love interest to the possible euphoric feeling of “touching the sky.”
While “Touching the Sky” seems to be the first single for his next album, Alejandro has not announced the album’s release date — but has been vocal about its imminent release. “It’s not ready yet, but I hope soon,” he told TODAY.com. “These songs (are) too good to be inside the studio.”
Following the success of “Saturno” (2022) and “Playa Saturno” (2023), albums that connect in their pop, synth and urban sounds that feel equally essential to a beach day or a night out, “Touching the Sky” offers a perfect beginning for Alejandro’s next chapter, which he teased to TODAY.com.
“This new era, it’s a little bit more classic, a little bit ‘West Side Story,’ more Broadway,” Alejandro said.
In recent weeks, Alejandro has shared on social media more vintage-style photos at the Kentucky Derby, at a parking lot and more. His Instagram feed features tailored suits, Gatsby hats, pool tables and black and white portraits, representing his intentional creative vision for this new era.
Alejandro performed “Touching the Sky” during his performance as part of TODAY’s Citi Concert Series on the 30 Rock plaza on Friday, July 12.
Read on for the full lyrics in both English and Spanish to “Touching the Sky.”
An English translation of the full lyrics from 'Touching the Sky' by Rauw Alejandro
Translation by TODAY.com:
I feel like I’m touching the sky
Your smile takes me
How we are looking at each other
I have no doubt
And with this high, ehh
It’s easier not to think
Her and I go with the flow
Tomorrow we can land
You can leave or you can stay
I was never in search of anything
But for now, tonight
I feel like I’m touching the sky
(Uhh uhh ya)
Ay, if you knew what I’m thinking of
(Uhh uhh ya)
She lets loose when she’s outside
Her lips match her purse
I put it on wherever she prefers
Conquer you, tell me who could
And if you give me everything
I’ll jump off the parachute
My heart used to be gray, now it’s red
We both suffered from love, oh well
That with this high, ehh
It’s easier not to think
Her and I go with the flow
Tomorrow we can land
You can leave or you can stay
I was never in search of anything
But for now, tonight
I feel like I’m touching the sky
(Uh uhh ya)
Ay, if you knew what I’m thinking of
(Uh uhh ya)
This is our thing and I don’t think you can understand
Uh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
I feel like I can fly
Uh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Baby I’m touching the sky
And if you give me everything
I’ll jump off the parachute
My heart used to be gray, now it’s red
We both suffered from love, oh well
That with this high, ehh
Ra Rauw
Rauw Alejandro
El Zorro with Dimelo Ninow
The full Spanish lyrics of 'Touching the Sky' by Rauw Alejandro
Siento que el cielo estoy tocando
Tu sonrisa me lleva
Cómo nos estamos mirando
Ya duda no me queda
Y con esta nota, ehh
Es más fácil en nada pensar
Ella y yo nos dejamos llevar
Mañana podemos aterrizar
Te puedes ir o te puedes quedar
Nunca estuve en busca de na‘
Pero por ahora esta noche
Siento que el cielo estoy tocando
(Uhh uhh yaa)
Ay si supieras en lo que estoy pensando
(Uhh uhh yaa)
Ella se suelta cuando está afuera
Sus labios pegan con su cartera
Se la pongo donde ella prefiera
Conquistarte, dime quién pudiera
Y si me lo das todo
Por ti del paracaídas yo me arrojo
Mi corazón antes estaba gris, ahora es rojo
Los dos sufrimos de amor, ni modo
Que con esta nota, ehh
Es más fácil en nada pensar
Ella y yo nos dejamos llevar
Mañana podemos aterrizar
Te puedes ir o me puedes dejar
Nunca estuve en busca de na'
Pero por ahora esta noche
Siento que el cielo estoy tocando
(Uh uhh ya)
Ay si supieras en lo que estoy pensando
(Uh uhh ya)
Esto es cosa nuestra y no creo que lo puedan entender
Uh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Siento que puedo volar
Uh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Baby I’m touching the sky
Y si me lo das todo
Por ti del paracaídas yo me arrojo
Mi corazón antes estaba gris, ahora es rojo
Los dos sufrimos de amor, ni modo
Que con esta nota ehh
Ra Rauw
Rauw Alejandro
El Zorro junto a Dimelo Ninow