Have you danced to Cumbia yet? Cumbia is a musical genre (and national dance of Columbia) that beautifully combines three cultures: African, Indigenous, and European.
The layering of percussion instruments and emphasis on the backbeat brings an irresistible call to dance. Regardless of the tempo, Cumbia will make any party a dance party!
What is Cumbia?
Cumbia originated in the coastal area of Columbia. It is the blend of African, Indigenous, and European influences on the Colombian people. It used to be only heard in Columbia but is now popular throughout Latin America.
The African influence is heard in the rhythm of the drums while the Indigenous-based flute highlights the melody. The European influence provides variations in the melodies, choreography, and costumes of the dancers.
“Cumbia has been with Colombia from the beginning but, thanks to bands like Bomba Estereo, it’s once again emerging onto the international stage.” Columbia Tourism
You can learn more about the history of Cumbia music here.
What Events Are Good for Cumbia?
If you are thinking about shaking up your next birthday party why not make it a Cumbia party? Host it in the evening and use this playlist. You can even have flameless-candles and handkerchiefs for the women.
The Cumbia dance is easy to learn combining a back step shuffle with cross body turns.
Can I Play Cumbia At My Wedding Reception?
Of course, you can play Cumbia at your wedding reception! We love any type of cultural songs that get people to dance.
And again, the steps to the Cumbia are relatively easy to learn. We’re all about getting everyone involved — young and old.
What Are the Hot 50 Cumbia Songs?
We put together a collection of popular Cumbia songs being downloaded on Amazon. Enjoy our list of Hot 50 Cumbia songs for your wedding or party.
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Last Updated: January 4, 2021
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| Song | Amazon Link | |
|---|---|---|
| 4 De a Caballo feat. Los Vallenatos De La Cumbia Fanny 2018 |  | |
| Alberto Pedraza Islas Cumbia Gabacha2006 | | |
| Alberto Pedraza Cumbia Del Cuervo 2020 | | |
| Aniceto Molina Y La Luz Roja De San Marcos Cumbia Sampuesana 2009 | | |
| Aniceto Molina Cumbia Cienaguera 2015 | | |
| Aniceto Molina Cumbia Sampuesana 2015 | | |
| Aniceto Molina Fiesta Cumbiambera 2002 | | |
| Antonio León Cumbia Triste 2012 | | |
| Banda El Pueblito La Cumbia Del Soldado 2020 | | |
| Bronco Cumbia Triste 2010 | | |
| Carlos Vives Cumbiana 2020 | | |
| Celso Piña y su Ronda Bogotá Cumbia poder 2001 | | |
| Chiky Dee Jay and DJ Kelo Si Veo a Tu Mamá (Versión Cumbia) 2020 | | |
| Chucho Ponce Los Daddys de Chinantla La Cumbia Salvaje 2018 | | |
| Control Cumbia Morena 2005 | | |
| David Rolas & Frankie J feat. Alcover & DJ Buddha Yo Estoy Aqui (Cumbia Remix) 2020 | | |
| Dj Moys Cumbia Wepa No Quema Cuh 2020 | | |
| El Dusty Pinche Cumbia 2020 | | |
| El Pholy Combo El Porro Es Hermano de la Cumbia 2011 | | |
| Fito Olivares Y Su Grupo Cumbia Caliente 2013 | | |
| Grupo Audaz Popurri Dinamita 2008 | | |
| Grupo Celebración Las Mañanitas (Cumbia) 2016 | | |
| Grupo G La Cumbia de los Monjes 2017 | | |
| Grupo Ju-juy Cumbia Rocio 2020 | | |
| Grupo Quintanna Cumbia de Nadia 2020 | | |
| Grupo Soñador Cumbia De Las Botellas 2003 | | |
| Grupo Soñador Cumbia Shaka 2003 | | |
| Javier Molina Cowboy Cumbia (Bilingual) 1998 | | |
| Jimena feat. Bronco El Gigante de America Volar Sin Alas (Cumbia Norteña Version) 2006 | | |
| La Delio Valdez Cumbia Candelosa 2016 | | |
| La Delio Valdez Cumbia Sampuesana 2016 | | |
| La Tropa Colombiana Cumbia Hexagonal II 2018 | | |
| La Tropa Colombiana Cumbia Hexagonal 2018 | | |
| Los Brillantes de la Kumbia La Cumbia Brillante 2020 | | |
| Los Colombianos Cumbia Colombia (Instrumental) 2018 | | |
| Los Diplomáticos Cumbia Universal (Instrumental) 2015 | | |
| Los Karkiks Popurrí Pelotero a la Bola 2016 | | |
| Los Mirlos La Danza de los Mirlos (Cumbia de los Pajaritos) 2019 | | |
| Los Pinkys Cachito De Mi Corazón (Cumbia) 2019 | | |
| Los Socios Del Ritmo & Beto Cuevas Cumbia Del Encierro 2020 | | |
| Lou Mata IV Cowboy Cumbia 2019 | | |
| Obzesion Mi Trokita Cumbia 2020 | | |
| Pete Astudillo Porque Le Gusta Bailar Cumbia 2007 | | |
| Selena Baila Esta Cumbia 1990 | | |
| Selena Cumbia Medley (Live) 2015 | | |
| Selena Techno Cumbia (Remix) 1995 | | |
| Selena Techno Cumbia 1994 | | |
| Sonora Marta La Reina Cumbia 48 2015 | | |
| Sonora Marta La Reina Cumbia Sabrosa 2012 | | |
| Sonora Marta La Reina El Viaje de la Cumbia 2015 | | |
If you think a Cumbia song should be on our list, be sure to comment on it below so that we can add it.
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