The "Macarena" is a Spanish dance song by Los del Río that was released in 1993. It became a worldwide hit in 1996, reaching number one in over 30 countries, including the United States, where it spent 14 weeks at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song is about a woman named Macarena who teaches a man how to dance. The dance involves a series of arm and hip movements, and it became a popular fad in the 1990s.
"Macarena" is a catchy and upbeat song that is easy to dance to, and it has been praised for its simplicity and its ability to appeal to people of all ages. However, the song has also been criticized for its repetitive lyrics and its lack of musical complexity. Despite these criticisms, "Macarena" remains a popular song that is often played at parties and other social events.