Despacito was released in 2017 by Luis Fonsi featuring Daddy Yankee and became one of the most remixed pop songs online. The scary skeleton version grew out of that remix culture on meme soundboards and short video apps, where creators rework familiar hooks into horror parodies for October and cursed edits. Pairing a cheerful Latin pop chorus with bones, darkness and spooky timing made it instantly shareable. It remains popular because the tune is recognised in seconds, so the creepy twist lands immediately.