> Erika Ender Official Website: Comprehensive resource about the Panamanian singer, songwriter, producer, and philanthropist. Co-writer of "Despacito", the most-streamed song of all time.

## About Erika Ender

Erika María Ender Simoes (born December 21, 1974, Panama City, Panama) is a multi-talented artist recognized globally as one of the most prolific and successful composers in the music industry. She holds Panamanian, Brazilian, and American nationality.

### Professional Roles
- **Singer**: Solo artist with multiple albums
- **Songwriter**: Co-writer of "Despacito" and 100+ hit songs
- **Producer**: Music and television producer
- **Philanthropist**: Cultural ambassador and humanitarian
- **Communicator**: TV personality and media presence

### Major Achievements
- Co-wrote "Despacito" (2017) with Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee
- "Despacito" became the most-viewed video on YouTube (8+ billion views)
- First Latin song to achieve RIAA Diamond certification in 60 years
- Holds multiple Guinness World Records

## Awards and Recognition

### Grammy Awards
- **Latin Grammy 2017**: Song of the Year - "Despacito"
- **Latin Grammy 2016**: Best Mexican Regional Song
- **Latin Grammy 2017**: Best Album Singer Nominee - "Tatuajes"

### Billboard Music Awards
- **2018**: Top Latin Song - "Despacito"
- **2018**: Streaming Song of the Year
- **2018**: Hot Latin Song of the Year
- **2018**: Digital Song of the Year
- **2018**: Top Selling Song
- **2009**: Hot Latin Song of the Year - "Cinco Minutos"

### Guinness World Records
- **2019**: Most viewed music video online - "Despacito"
- **2018**: First YouTube video to receive 5 billion views
- **2017**: Most streamed track worldwide
- **2018**: Most liked video online
- **2017**: Longest stay at No. 1 on Billboard's Hot Latin Song chart (56 weeks)

### RIAA Certifications
- **2020**: Diamond Record - "Despacito" (Luis Fonsi, Daddy Yankee ft. Justin Bieber)
- **2019**: Diamond Record - "Despacito" (Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee)
- **2019**: 22X Platinum & Gold Record - "VIDA" (Luis Fonsi)
- **2017**: Platinum & Gold Record - "Despacito"
- **2002**: 2X Platinum & Gold Record - "Grandes Exitos" (Chayanne)
- **2000**: 4X Platinum & Gold Record - "Purest Of Pain" (Son By Four)

### Other Major Awards
- **2023**: Global Artist Leadership Award - The Orchestra of the Americas Group
- **2022**: Dr. Ricardo J. Alfaro Order - Degree of Grand Cross
- **2020**: Cultural Ambassador of Panama
- **2019**: She Rocks Awards - Dreaming out Loud
- **2018**: Global Icon Award - SESAC Latina Music Awards
- **2018**: Belisario Porras Condecoration - Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- **2018**: Humanitarian Award - TJ Martell Foundation
- **2017**: Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame - LA MUSA Awards
- **2017**: Leading Ladies of Entertainment - Latin Recording Academy
- **2017**: American Music Award - Favorite Pop/Rock Song "Despacito"
- **2017**: NRJ Music Award - Song of the Year
- **2017**: Premio Juventud - Best song for singing
- **2017**: Teen Choice Award - Latin Song & Summer Song
- **2008**: IOF Ambassador - International Osteoporosis Foundation
- **2001**: ASCAP Award - Pop Song of the Year "Candela"

## Discography

### As Singer (h_level = 1)
Complete discography available at: https://erikaender.com/en/erika-ender-discography/

### As Songwriter (h_level = 2)
Notable songs written for other artists:
- "Despacito" - Luis Fonsi ft. Daddy Yankee (2017)
- "Cinco Minutos" - (2009)
- "Urbano" - Elvis Crespo (2002)
- "Purest Of Pain" - Son By Four (2000)
- "Mi Tiempo" - Chayanne (2007)
- "Simplemente" - Chayanne (2001)
- "Grandes Exitos" - Chayanne (2002)
- "El Buen Ejemplo" - Calibre 50 (2014)
- "Que Suenen Los Tambores" - Victor Manuelle (2017)
- "La Historia Tropical" - Gilberto Santa Rosa (2018)
- "Una Rosa Blu" - Gloria Trevi (2008)
- "OPUS" - Marc Anthony (2019)
- "Aparentemente Bien" - Jenni Rivera (2019)

## Philanthropy and Cultural Work

### Ambassadorships
- **Special Olympics Global Ambassador** (2018)
- **Cultural Ambassador of Panama** (2020)
- **Cultural Ambassador - Rio Carnival** (2019)
- **IOF Ambassador - International Osteoporosis Foundation** (2008)
- **Global Ambassador - Spotify** (2017)

### Foundations and Organizations
- CALA Foundation - Philanthropy Award 2019
- TJ Martell Foundation - Humanitarian Award 2018
- The Orchestra of the Americas Group - Global Artist Leadership Award 2023

## News and Updates

Latest news and press coverage available at: https://erikaender.com/en/news/

## Contact and Booking

For booking and management inquiries:
- **Management**: Endertainment
- **Website**: https://endertainment.com
- **Contact**: https://erikaender.com/en/contact/

## Social Media

- **Instagram**: @erikaender
- **Facebook**: @ERIKAENDEROFICIAL
- **Twitter**: @erikaender
- **TikTok**: @erikaenderoficial
- **YouTube**: /user/erikaender
- **Spotify**: Erika Ender

## Languages

This website is available in three languages:
- English: https://erikaender.com/en/
- Spanish: https://erikaender.com/es/
- Portuguese: https://erikaender.com/pt/

## Optional

For detailed biographical information: https://erikaender.com/en/detail/erika-ender-full-bio

For complete awards list: https://erikaender.com/en/about-erika/

For songwriter catalog: https://erikaender.com/en/songwriter/

For singer discography: https://erikaender.com/en/singer/

For philanthropy work: https://erikaender.com/en/philanthropist/

For producer services: https://erikaender.com/en/producer/

For communicator work: https://erikaender.com/en/communicator/