 Carlito is the third and most recent alias of Jonny Jakobsen (born 17 November 1963, Malmö, Sweden), his previous being Dr. Bombay and Dr. Macdoo. Carlito is from Mexico, where he sings about his life living with his girlfriend "Carlita." Carlito is currently very popular in Japan.
Unique Sound
Johnny Jakobsen's music style can be described as "Bubblegum Satire". Each of his aliases - Dr. Macdoo and Dr. Bombay - have a unique style, that is based on their heritage. Carlito's sound makes use of instruments such as fiddles, banjos, and other instruments which can be seen as being typical of Mexican culture.
Changes From Other Projects
Compared to Jakobsen's other Bubblegum projects, Carlito implemented a number of changes that not only affected the appearance of the project, but also the sound. One of the most important changes was the addition of female vocalists, and Carlito's girlfriend Carlita. Carlito is the first of Jakobsen's project to include female vocalists. This change in the Jakobsen style has been well-received, with fans saying it gives his music a more "professional" sound.
Success, and Second Album
Carlito has been well-received throughout the world, particularly in Japan where Carlito regularly performs live, and in Mexico. In 2007 Carlito released his second album, "World Wild". This album is very significant for those who have followed Jakobsen's career as it is the first time Jakobsen has released a second album under the same alias, without changing his name and style.
"World Wild" contained 14 tracks, about Carlito's travels around the world. They include a visit to Russia ("Russkij Pusskij"), Tokyo, Egypt, America, Africa, Jamacia, Bolero, and many more, which together create the "travel" theme of the album. The album ends with Carlito and his girlfriend singing how great their holiday has been, but they now want to return to Mexico, "Home Sweet Home".
Discography
Below is the complete discography of Carlito.
ALBUMS
FIESTA (2006) |
- Go Go Carlito (Who's That Boy?)
- Taco Boy
- Poco Loco
- Casa De Carlito
- El Camino
- Adios Amigo
- Alarma Caramba!
- I Like It
- Vacaciones
- My Salsa
- Manana
- Fiesta Night
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THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION (Released November 2006) |
| The Ultimate Collection contains the 12 general tracks from "Fiesta", as well as a bonus track "Christmas Fiesta" and 7 remixes of "Go! Go! Carlito (Who's That Boy?)", Christmas Mix, F.Factory Latin Mix, F.Factory Trance Mix, Eurobeat Mix, "Hbs" Mix, Myxx-Up Future Latin Mix, and the Karaoke Version. A bonus DVD dosc is also included. |
WORLD WILD (2007) |
- Russkij Pusskij
- Sukiyaki Teriyaki
- Be My Pharaoh
- Americo
- Africa
- All Around The World
- Bolero
- Jamaica
- Crazy Carlito
- Final Call
- Holiday
- Backpack Girl
- D Samba De Janeiro
- Home Sweet Home
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SINGLES
- Go Go Carlito (Who's That Boy?) (June 2005)
- Go Go Carlito (Who's That Boy?) (23 July 2006) (Limited Edition)
- Poco Loco (September 2005)
- Fiesta (Japanese title: Mexican Hero) (12th July 2006)
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