Otto Botté is one of those major multi-hyphenate artists who knows music-making inside out. Through his exceptional engineering skills, Otto Botté contributed to the success of multi-platinum projects by renowned artists such as Enrique Iglesias, Descemer Bueno, and Deadpool. His remarkable talent led to a significant achievement in 2015 when he received a Grammy nomination for his collaboration with his mentor, Mark Christensen, on the Robin Schulz remix of “Waves” by Mr. Probz.
Otto Botté is a key member of the sample-based electronic band Pool Cosby, where he uses his exceptional engineering skills. He is also part of the engineering team led by Grammy-winning mixer Alex Tumay, working on album releases from Santigold, BROCKHAMPTON, and Q. With his impressive experience and talent, Botté is an invaluable addition to the team, contributing to the creation of some highly anticipated music releases.
Botté made a remarkable transition from engineering tracks for others to releasing art of his own in 2021 with his debut EP, “Dancing Company, Vol. I.” Following its success, he is releasing his second single of the year, “Dígame Mami” featuring KVN.
“I wanted to write a song with KVN for a while and after sending him some beat ideas, we started talking about life to find a theme we could both relate to and write about. I shared with him about this girl, my now wife, who I was going out with for a couple of months. She and I were going through the classic ‘on and off’ of dating, that early season where everything feels heightened and confusing.“
– Otto Botté
“Dígame Mami” is a fiery and unprecedented cocktail of Afro-Caribbean influences mixed with catchy and sophisticated Latin pop flourishes toeing the line between sultry and genuinely romantic. The track draws listeners in with its captivating Spanglish vocals.
The recurring chant of “Tell me, babe” throughout the song creates an intimate connection between the artist and the audience, inviting the listener to share their true emotions and take a leap of faith together. The track represents Botté’s creative and personal journey, as he blends different musical styles to create a unique sound that is both captivating and emotional. With this track, Botté showcases his exceptional musical talents and proves that he is a force to be reckoned with in the world of music.