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Welcome to another episode of pplpod! Today, we are diving deep into the 2019 dance floor anthem, "Instagram." Released in July 2019 by the label Smash the House, this global collaboration brought together an all-star lineup of artists: Belgian production duo Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, French EDM legend David Guetta, Puerto Rican reggaeton icon Daddy Yankee, Dutch DJ duo Afro Bros, and Dominican superstar Natti Natasha.

In this episode, we explore the song's unique composition, which blends English and Spanish verses with heavy reggaeton influences and explores themes of fame on the popular social media platform. We also discuss its rare explicit lyrics for Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike and its unexpected lyrical nod to Peter Pan. Plus, we'll take you behind the scenes of their vibrant, sun-soaked music video filmed at a party in Ibiza, Spain. Finally, we break down the track's massive international success, including its Top 10 chart peaks in Belgium and the Netherlands, its reign as Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike's most popular song on Shazam, and its numerous Gold and Platinum certifications across Europe and Mexico.

Whether you are a fan of 2019 dance music, Latin pop crossovers, or just want to know how this massive international collaboration came together, this episode has you covered!

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