More than a decade after his breakout Spanglish bachata cover of Ben E. King’s “Stand By Me,” Dominican-American singer Prince Royce is returning to the formula that launched his career. His new album, Eterno, reimagines English-language classics like The Beatles’ “Yesterday,” the Bee Gees’ “How Deep Is Your Love,” and Elvis Presley’s “Can’t Help Falling in Love” through the rhythm of bachata.

“I named this album Eterno because it’s a collection of songs that are eternal,” Royce tells Variety. Blending English and Spanish lyrics with tropical arrangements, the project aims to introduce iconic tracks to a new generation—particularly young listeners in Latin America.

Born Geoffrey Royce Rojas in the Bronx, Royce has long represented a unique cultural blend: “I feel like I’m 100% Latino and 100% New Yorker.” His music reflects that duality, mixing Dominican rhythms with R&B and pop influences. After achieving major success with “Stand By Me” in 2010, Royce focused on original music, racking up multi-platinum hits like “Corazón Sin Cara” and “Darte Un Beso.”

With Eterno, his eighth studio album, Royce returns to covers—but this time with deeper purpose and greater complexity. He spent eight months securing the rights to 13 tracks, carefully researching each one and incorporating musical nuances from past renditions. Songs include:

• “Killing Me Softly” (inspired by The Fugees’ version)

• “Go Your Own Way” by Fleetwood Mac

• “I Just Called to Say I Love You” by Stevie Wonder

• “Stuck on You” by Lionel Richie (who personally approved Royce’s take)

• “Dancing in the Moonlight” (influenced by King Harvest and Toploader)

• “I Want It That Way” by the Backstreet Boys (a nod to his 90s upbringing)

One standout is his bachata version of “How Deep Is Your Love,” which he dedicates to his mother, who listened to the Bee Gees while working in a factory as an immigrant in the U.S.

Though Eterno serves as a nostalgic gift to fans, Royce admits it’s also “buying time” as he works on more original material. A tour is in the works for late 2025 or early 2026.

“I’m still here,” he says. “I’m grateful that I’m making music and doing what I love.”