Lissette Chan is a prominent Chilean singer specializing in Spanish-language covers of anime, Disney, and video game music, with over 24 years of experience
in the industry. Her cover of "Bonjour" (the opening song "Belle") from Disney's Beauty and the Beast La Bella y la Bestia
) is a popular tribute that blends her vocal performance with high-quality Latin American Spanish (Latino) dubbing. Key Aspects of the Cover Performance:
Lissette Chan performs the role of Belle, utilizing a vocal style that honors the original Latin American Spanish dub while adding her unique flair.
The video typically features a "Disney Cover + Dubbing Latino" format, which often includes a mix of her live singing and synchronized clips from the film. Artist Background: Lissette Chan is a prominent Chilean singer specializing
Based in Chile, she is a frequent guest at fan conventions and has a significant following on platforms like Dubbing Latino Context
The song "Bonjour" (Belle) in the original 1991 Disney Latin American dub was originally performed by Lourdes Ambriz
. Covers like Lissette Chan's are part of a vibrant fan-dubbing community that keeps these classic Disney themes alive for new generations of Spanish speakers. You can find more of her Disney tributes on her dedicated Disney Covers Playlist on Spotify. original voice actors from the movie? Lissette Chan | Spotify
Let’s compare the theatrical version (Angélica Vale) with the Lissette Chan cover. YouTube Archives: Search "Lissette Chan Beauty and the
From the very first note, Chan captures the gentle lullaby quality that makes the song so beloved. The Spanish lyrics—originally adapted to match the melodic cadence of the English version—require a singer who can navigate the language's rich vowels without losing the swing of the waltz.
Chan’s vocal control is the standout element here. She possesses a crystalline tone in her lower register that blossoms into a warm, resonant belt as the song builds to its climax. She avoids the trap of over-adornment; instead of cluttering the melody with excessive runs, she focuses on phrasing. You can hear the smile in her voice during the lighter moments, and the genuine reverence during the emotional peak. It is a performance that feels intimate, as if she is singing directly to the listener, much like Mrs. Potts singing to a sleeping Chip.
During the climax of the song ("Hay algo allí que no era así..." - There's something there that wasn't there before), Chan demonstrates a vocal trick called voce di testa (head voice) that carries a melancholic vibrato. Search the forums; fans call this the "Chan Crescendo." It sends chills through the spine because it sounds less like a cartoon and more like a Broadway actor breaking your heart in a dark room.
Due to copyright restrictions, the original full-length audio of the Lissette Chan Bonjour has become "lost media." It has been removed from major streaming platforms several times, likely due to licensing disputes between Disney Music Group and the dubbing studio. meaning she doesn't receive royalties
However, dedicated fans have preserved snippets. To find traces of this legendary cover:
Disclaimer: Always support official releases. Chan was paid for a work-for-hire, meaning she doesn't receive royalties, so buying official Disney products is the only way to ensure the industry that created her survives.
What makes Chan’s cover stand out in the overcrowded field of Disney dubs is not simply her singing voice—which is technically pristine—but her acting. Chan does not just "sing along" to the instrumental track. She dubs the scene as if she were in the recording booth in 1991.