David Byrne Recruits Natalia Lafourcade and Mexican Institute of Sound for “¿Cúal es la Razón”

The trio reimagined “What Is the Reason for It?” to promote Byrne’s upcoming Mexico tour dates.

David Byrne Recruits Natalia Lafourcade and Mexican Institute of Sound for “¿Cúal es la Razón”

The trio reimagined “What Is the Reason for It?” to promote Byrne’s upcoming Mexico tour dates.

Words: Will Schube

Photo Courtesy of: Grandstand Media

April 28, 2026

David Byrne has shared “¿Cuál es la Razón?,” a new version of his Who Is the Sky? single “What Is the Reason for It?” While the original version features Hayley Williams, this new rendition was recorded with Natalia Lafourcade and was produced by the Mexican Institute of Sound.

Regarding the track, Byrne wrote on Instagram: “Well, not too long ago I joined one of my favorite artists in the whole world, Natalia Lafourcade, at her concert at Carnegie Hall. A dream come true for me. So, I approached her with the idea and not only did she agree, she wrote completely new lyrics for the Spanish verses (that are not simply translations of the previous English version). Beautiful. Another dream comes true! Enjoy.”

Additionally, Byrne has confirmed a slew of tour dates in Mexico this summer. He’ll stop by Mexico City’s Teatro Metropólitan in addition to shows in Guadalajara and Monterrey. Check out “¿Cuál Es La Razón?” below.