It was released on June 8, 1999, through World Circuit, and was one of the top ten selling Latin albums in the US in that year.

(...) The rest of the album is nice, but rarely as inspired or joyous as the original Buena Vista release.

"[2] In his review for fRoots magazine, Jon Lusk stated: "The new album strikes a perfect balance between continuity and innovation.

The choice of composers reflects his personal history as the little man in the background who has finally got to make the hit album he always wanted.

"[3] At the 42nd Annual Grammy Awards in 2000, Buena Vista Social Club Presents Ibrahim Ferrer received a nomination for Best Tropical Traditional Latin Performance.