Studio Album · No. 2
El Mariel Songwriting Credits by Pitbull
Produced by Mr. Collipark, Lil Jon, DJ Toomp, Pharrell Williams, Jim Jonsin
TVT Records
Hip HopCrunkLatin Hip Hop
100%
Authorship
Holds writing credit on 19 of 19 tracks · 2 not yet documented
Authorship Breakdown 19 / 19 documented
Who wrote the songs?
Scored across the 19 tracks with documented writers, by whether Pitbull carries a lyricist or composer credit.
19 trackswritten by Pitbull
0 tracksoutside writers
2 trackswriters not documented
Pitbull's roles on this album
Share of the 21 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
Lyricist90%
Composer90%
Producer0%
Performer100%
By the Numbers
21
Tracks
57
Lyricists
19
Producers
214,000
US Copies Sold
2006
Released
Data Insight
El Mariel is Pitbull's sophomore album and his most Southern hip-hop and crunk leaning record, with Pitbull (Armando Christian Perez) credited as the primary artist and co-writer across its long track list. The hit 'Bojangles' was produced by Lil Jon, whose crunk fingerprints run through the album alongside production from DJ Khaled, Pharrell Williams, Jim Jonsin and the Diaz Brothers. Guest verses come from Fat Joe, Wyclef Jean, Rick Ross, Trick Daddy and Bun B, spanning Miami bass, dirty South rap and Caribbean flavors. The album balances English club records with Spanish-language tracks. Two short interlude tracks carry no songwriter credits.
El Mariel is Pitbull's second studio album, released October 31, 2006 on TVT Records. The title references the 1980 Mariel boatlift that brought thousands of Cuban refugees to Miami, connecting Pitbull's music to his Cuban-American heritage. The album features collaborations with Wyclef Jean, Bun B, Lil Jon, Fat Joe, and DJ Khaled across a mix of hip-hop, reggaeton, and Miami bass tracks.
Track Listing & Credits 21 tracks
Written by the artist
Written by outside writers
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Intro
|
Not documented | - | Donovan Knowles | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 2 |
Miami Shit
|
PitbullCastilloHollemon | Armando Christian PérezCastilloHollemon | Gorilla Tek | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 3 |
Come See Me
|
PitbullWillie ColónHéctor LavoeDavis | Armando Christian PérezWilliam Anthony ColónHéctor Juan Pérez MartínezDavis | DJ Toomp | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 4 |
Jealouso
|
Pharrell WilliamsPitbull | Pharrell Lanscilo WilliamsArmando Christian Pérez | Pharrell Williams | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 5 |
Qué Tú Sabes D'eso
|
PitbullFat JoeSinfulPop WanselOAKT.I.DJ ToompCurtis MayfieldLeroy HutsonDonny HathawayJason “JVibe” FarmerAlex FrancisBilly RobertsGabriel “Wonder” Arillo | Armando Christian PérezFat JoeSinfulPop WanselOAKT.I.DJ ToompCurtis MayfieldLeroy HutsonDonny HathawayJason “JVibe” FarmerAlex FrancisBilly RobertsGabriel “Wonder” Arillo | Pop WanselOAKThe Ghostwriters | Fat Joe (Featured Vocals)Sinful (Featured Vocals) |
| 6 |
Fademaster Skit
|
Not documented | - | - | - |
| 7 |
Be Quiet
|
PitbullGonzalez | Armando Christian PérezGonzalez | Shakespeare | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 8 |
Ay Chico (Lengua Afuera)
#92
|
PitbullCroomsRibotMartinezAlfonso | Armando Christian PérezCroomsRibotMartinezAlfonso | Mr. Collipark | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 9 |
Fuego
|
PitbullCroomsButler | Armando Christian PérezCroomsButler | Mr. ColliparkTom Slick | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 10 |
Rock Bottom
|
PitbullDimancheRomanFreeman | Armando Christian PérezDimancheRomanFreeman | Taz | Pitbull (Rap)Bun B (Featured Rap)Cubo (Featured Rap) |
| 11 |
Amanda Diva Skit
|
PitbullAmanda Diva | Armando Christian PérezAmanda Diva | - | Amanda Diva (Featured Vocals) |
| 12 |
Blood Is Thicker Than Water
|
PitbullCiprianoPierre | Armando Christian PérezCiprianoPierre | Cip | Pitbull (Rap)Redd Eyezz (Featured Rap) |
| 13 |
Jungle Fever
|
PitbullWyclef JeanGarciaGamboa | Armando Christian PérezWyclef JeanGarciaGamboa | DJ Rob-NGamboa | Pitbull (Rap)Wyclef Jean (Featured Vocals)Oobie (Featured Vocals) |
| 14 |
Hey You Girl
|
PitbullJim JonsinSchneiderWilsonCampbellHobbsRossWong Won | Armando Christian PérezJim JonsinSchneiderWilsonCampbellHobbsRossWong Won | Jim Jonsin | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 15 |
Raindrops
|
L. DiazH. DiazPitbullAnjuli Stars | L. DiazH. DiazArmando Christian PérezAnjuli Stars | The Diaz Brothers | Pitbull (Rap)Anjuli Stars (Featured Vocals) |
| 16 |
Voodoo
|
PitbullSmithLoveJefferson | Armando Christian PérezSmithLoveJefferson | Lil Jon | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 17 |
Descarada (Dance)
|
PitbullBennettPalmer | Armando Christian PérezBennettPalmer | Don "Vendetta" Bennett | Pitbull (Rap)Vybz Kartel (Featured Rap) |
| 18 |
Dime (Remix)
|
PitbullSmithVázquez | Armando Christian PérezSmithVázquez | Lil Jon | Pitbull (Rap)Ken-Y (Featured Vocals) |
| 19 |
Bojangles (Remix)
|
PitbullSmithJacksonHolmes | Armando Christian PérezSmithJacksonHolmes | Lil Jon | Pitbull (Rap)Lil Jon (Featured Rap)Ying Yang Twins (Featured Rap) |
| 20 |
Born-N-Raised
|
HarrJ. JacksonMollingsPitbull | HarrJ. JacksonMollingsArmando Christian Pérez | The Runners | Pitbull (Rap)DJ Khaled (Featured)Trick Daddy (Featured Rap)Rick Ross (Featured Rap) |
| 21 |
Outro
|
Will Da Real OnePitbull | Will Da Real OneArmando Christian Pérez | - | Will Da Real One (Featured Vocals) |
Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 84 contributors
AC
Armando Christian Pérez
Writer
P
Pitbull
Writer · Rap
S
Smith
Writer
C
Crooms
Writer
DT
DJ Toomp
Writer · Producer
G
Gamboa
Writer · Producer
JJ
Jim Jonsin
Writer · Producer
O
OAK
Writer · Producer
PW
Pharrell Williams
Writer · Producer
PW
Pop Wansel
Writer · Producer
AF
Alex Francis
Writer
A
Alfonso
Writer
More from Pitbull
2004
100%
M.I.A.M.I.
TVT Records
16 tracks
2007
100%
The Boatlift
TVT Records / Poe Boy Entertainment
18 tracksProd. Soundz
2009
100%
Pitbull Starring in Rebelution
J Records / Polo Grounds Music / Mr. 305 Inc.
14 tracksProd. Jim Jonsin
2010
100%
Armando
Mr. 305 Inc. / Sony Latino
12 tracksProd. The Agents
2011
100%
Planet Pit
Mr. 305 / Polo Grounds Music / J Records / Sony Music
12 tracksProd. Afrojack
2012
100%
Global Warming
Mr. 305 Inc. / Polo Grounds Music / RCA Records
12 tracksProd. DJ Buddha
2014
100%
Globalization
Mr. 305 / Polo Grounds Music / RCA Records
11 tracksProd. Dr. Luke
2015
100%
Dale
Mr. 305 Inc. / RCA Records
12 tracksProd. DJ Chino
2017
100%
Climate Change
Mr. 305 Inc. / RCA Records / Polo Grounds Music
12 tracksProd. Jimmy Joker
2019
100%
Libertad 548
Mr. 305 Records / The Orchard
15 tracksProd. IAmChino
2023
100%
Trackhouse
Mr. 305 / RCA Records
14 tracks
Frequently Asked Questions El Mariel
When was Pitbull's El Mariel released?
El Mariel was released on October 31, 2006, through TVT Records. It is Pitbull's second studio album. The title references the Mariel boatlift, tied to his Cuban-American heritage.
What genre is El Mariel by Pitbull?
El Mariel is a hip-hop and crunk album with strong Miami bass and dirty South influences. It also includes Spanish-language Latin hip-hop tracks. The record reflects the mid-2000s crunk era, shaped heavily by producer Lil Jon.
Did Pitbull write the songs on El Mariel?
Yes, Pitbull is credited as the primary artist and a co-writer across the album's documented tracks. He worked alongside producers and guest collaborators on the songwriting, with credits varying by individual song. Two short interlude tracks carry no songwriter credits.
What is the song 'Bojangles' by Pitbull and how did it chart?
'Bojangles' was the lead single from El Mariel and was produced by Lil Jon. It peaked at number 91 on the US Billboard Hot 100, and its remix featured Lil Jon and the Ying Yang Twins.
How did 'Ay Chico (Lengua Afuera)' by Pitbull perform?
'Ay Chico (Lengua Afuera)' reached number 92 on the US Billboard Hot 100. It was one of the album's singles and leaned into its Latin and club sound.
Who is featured on El Mariel by Pitbull?
Guests on the album include Fat Joe, Wyclef Jean, Rick Ross, Trick Daddy and Bun B. The features span Southern rap, Miami hip-hop and Caribbean sounds. The varied guest list reflects the album's mix of English and Spanish material.
Data note: "Intro" and "Fademaster Skit" are interlude/skit tracks with no songwriter credits; Wikipedia, Genius, and Discogs all list none ("Intro" carries only a production credit, "Fademaster Skit" carries no credits at all). All other tracks are documented; the album stays verified: false solely because of these two creditless interludes.