latin amas
Page: 2
Prince Royce was honored with the Pioneer Award at 2023 Latin AMAs for helping internationalize bachata well beyond its borders.
The Bronx native, who appeared donning a white blazer with black baggy but classy slacks, began his performance crooning the slinky song “Me EnRD.” He was soon joined by two generational talents: Dominican bachata trailblazer Zacarías Ferreíra and rising Colombian artist Manuel Turizo.
The song then transitioned to the “Stand By Me” cover that made Prince Royce a star. The oldies but goodies song became an example of how music from different genres can get the bachata treatment and sound beautiful, which Royce helped do. “This song is very special to me, the song that started it all,” said the honorary artist. Turizo helped provide a great doo-wop vocal beat, while Ferreíra lent his dolce vocals to the song.
Explore
See latest videos, charts and news
See latest videos, charts and news
“Prince, brother, in my house, in Colombia, not only in Colombia, but for all of us Latinos — and for my career — you were a great influence for me to start listening to bachata, for me to love bachata. So it’s an honor to be here with you singing this song,” Turizo told Royce as he handed him the Pioneer award.
Turizo’s own first-ever bachata song “La Bachata” (2022) peaked at No. 1 on the Tropical Airplay chart. “I’ve been a big fan of the genre since I was little, and that’s what motivated me to release a bachata,” he previously told Billboard of the hit. “It’s definitely the first song I do in this genre, but it won’t be the last one. More bachata songs will come, with the favor of God and in due time.”
“First of all I want to thank Zacarías Ferreíra and Manuel Turizo for being with me at this moment. Zacarías is a person who has inspired me a lot, Manuel for representing bachata in your own way,” said Royce upon receiving his award.
Ferreíra, who rose to fame in the late ‘90s, early ‘00s, was one of the first international exporters of the century-old Dominican style from the island.
“I started with few resources and it was difficult but I never gave up. Back then, it was just a dream. Many people said criticisms, that it was bachata lite, bachata pop — [but] it was a bachata that really reached the whole world. It became international, and to be part of that growth for me is an honor to represent my culture. It is impressive how this genre has grown a lot. I never imagined this growth,” said Royce.
Nominations for the 2023 awards — based on streaming, sales, radio airplay, tours and even social media interactions data provided by Billboard and Luminate during the eligibility period (Feb. 12, 2022, through Feb. 4, 2023) — are led by Bad Bunny with 11 nominations. He’s followed by Becky G and Daddy Yankee, each with nine nominations. For the first time since its debut on Oct. 8, 2015, the ceremony — which is taking place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas — will be broadcast live simultaneously on Univision, UNIMÁS, and Galavisión.
Get tickets to the first-ever #BBMujeresLatinas on May 6 in Miami: billboardmujeresenlamusica.com
Mexican music titan Pepe Aguilar was honored with a special legacy award at the 2023 Latin American Music Awards, which took place Thursday, April 20 live from Las Vegas.
Explore
Explore
See latest videos, charts and news
See latest videos, charts and news
None other than his daughter, recording artist Ángela Aguilar, took the stage to present the award to her father. “When I was a little girl, I didn’t know what I wanted to be, but I knew I wanted to be like him,” she offered. “My father has sold millions of albums, he’s a songwriter, singer, producer, entrepreneur but most of all, a great man. I have the great privilege and great pride to recognize the greatest exponent of Mexican music. The man I most admire and love the most, he’s the artist that has represented Mexico in the best way. My father, my hero, Pepe Aguilar.”
An emotional Pepe Aguilar took the stage, humbled by his daughter’s words. “Thank you so much,” he began the speech. “I accept this but I don’t feel like I personally deserve this because all I’ve done in life is to follow my heart and my passion, and that is Mexican music. Honestly, if it’s legacy or not, one thing I will say is that, God willing, I will continue to do what my heart tells me to do, and my heart tells me to respect my traditions, to move forward with Mexican music — which is mariachi, banda, norteña. And that’s the legacy, more than a person, it’s the energy that represents regional Mexican music. Y viva México!“
His tribute continued with a special medley by Banda El Recodo, Carin Leon and Rubén Blades, who sang some of Aguilar’s most well-known songs including. Leon gave “Perdóname” the norteño treatment, El Recodo got everyone dancing with the Sinaloa banda version of “Son Las Dos de la Mañana” and Blades gave “Por Mujeres Como Tú” a salsa twist. One of the best performances of the night that, deservingly, got a standing ovation.
Nominations for the 2023 awards — based on streaming, sales, radio airplay, tours and even social media interactions data provided by Billboard and Luminate during the eligibility period (Feb. 12, 2022, through Feb. 4, 2023) — are led by Bad Bunny with 11 nominations. He’s followed by Becky G and Daddy Yankee, each with nine nominations. For the first time since its debut on Oct. 8, 2015, the ceremony — which is taking place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas — will be broadcast live simultaneously on Univision, UNIMÁS, and Galavisión.
Get tickets to the first-ever #BBMujeresLatinas on May 6 in Miami: billboardmujeresenlamusica.com
One of the most anticipated performances of the night at the 2023 Latin American Music Awards in Las Vegas was song of the year winner Becky G and rapidly rising corridos star Peso Pluma onstage in Las Vegas.
Explore
See latest videos, charts and news
See latest videos, charts and news
The two hitmakers arrived onstage to perform their corridos “Chanel,” with Becky rocking a rugged yet sexy denim and tank combo, while Peso had on a white leather sports jacket with hockey team logos. They trade verses like two star-crossed lovers, yet even a Chanel bag couldn’t salvage their romance: “I took you to Chanel/ Also chose from Cartier/ And one day she left me/ To one day never to return,” Peso barked back against a snarling acoustic backdrop.
With a laid-back voice, or bien tumbada, and an octave deeper than usual, the Mexican-American performer sang of leaving the past behind her for brighter days ahead. “I will remember you forever in my life, baby/ And even though I know I’ll never be able to see you again/ And for that I love you, baby,” she remarks.
Earlier in the evening Becky G won song of the year for “MAMIII” alongside Karol G, and best collaboration – regional Mexican. “My Mexican blood is everything to me, it is the blood that runs through my veins,” Becky to accept the award. “It doesn’t change the history of my last name, Gómez, which for me is a pride to be able to carry on every stage, on every platform, in every opportunity. So thank you to all my people in Mexico, viva México! And also, to all my 200 percenters out there. You are enough. And we will continue moving forward together.”
The Inglewood, Calif., star brought Pluma to the stage in Indio for weekend 1 of Coachella, where they performed “Chanel.”
Peso Pluma is the first regional Mexican act to enter the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100, alongside Eslabon Armado, with their song “Ella Baila Sola.” This week he appears on the chart six times, an unprecedented feat for any artist of the regional genre. “Chanel” is Becky G’s first single from an upcoming all-regional Mexican album she’s set to release later this year, with more collaborations to be announced soon. The Chicana hitmaker is also slated to perform at weekend 2 of Coachella on Saturday.
Nominations for the 2023 Latin American Music Awards — based on streaming, sales, radio airplay, tours and social media interactions data provided by Billboard and Luminate during the eligibility period (Feb. 12, 2022, through Feb. 4, 2023) — are led by Bad Bunny with 11 nominations. He’s followed by Becky G and Daddy Yankee, each with nine nominations. For the first time since its debut on Oct. 8, 2015, the ceremony — which is taking place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas — will be broadcast live simultaneously on Univision, UNIMÁS, and Galavisión.
Get tickets to the first-ever #BBMujeresLatinas on May 6 in Miami: billboardmujeresenlamusica.com
Spanish flamenco-pop star David Bisbal was honored with the Pioneer Award at the 2023 Latin American Music Awards, which took place Thursday, April 20 live from Las Vegas.
Explore
Explore
See latest videos, charts and news
See latest videos, charts and news
Celebrating 20 years in music, Bisbal was praised by his good friend, and fellow superstar Olga Tañón, who presented him with the special award. “David, it’s incredible all you’ve achieved in 20 years,” she told him. “You brought flamenco to my home and you continue to making our lives more joyful.”
A visibly emotional Bisbal, took the stage to thank his fans, his family and the Latin AMAs for the recognition. “Madre mía de mi vida. I fell in love with Latin music 20 years ago thanks to great colleagues like Ricky Martin, Chayanne and Juan Luis Guerra. That allowed me to really fall in love with Latin music. When I had the chance to record my first album, I decided to fuse it with my roots, my flag. To date, I haven’t stopped. And you know what? I’m ready for the next 20 years. Vamos!”
Then came his performance, which kicked off with his new track “Ajedrez,” and later transitioned into musical tribute with Tañón and Ángela Aguilar leading the set. The former performing Bisbal’s “Bulería” flamenco-fused pop anthem. Aguilar then took the stage to sing “Ave María,” his hit song from 2003.
Nominations for the 2023 awards — based on streaming, sales, radio airplay, tours and even social media interactions data provided by Billboard and Luminate during the eligibility period (Feb. 12, 2022, through Feb. 4, 2023) — are led by Bad Bunny with 11 nominations. He’s followed by Becky G and Daddy Yankee, each with nine nominations. For the first time since its debut on Oct. 8, 2015, the ceremony — which is taking place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas — will be broadcast live simultaneously on Univision, UNIMÁS, and Galavisión.
Get tickets to the first-ever #BBMujeresLatinas on May 6 in Miami: billboardmujeresenlamusica.com
Wisin walked the 2023 Latin American Music Awards red carpet on Thursday (April 20) and he didn’t hold back from telling Billboard all about his new single “Mi Exxx” in collaboration with Anuel AA.
“Thanks to Anuel, Los Legendarios and DJ Luian. There’s a lot of people behind this project, and it’s part of the new work I’m bringing,” he says. “The song was born organically. I sent it to Anuel, he loved it and recorded his part. The concept is that exes shouldn’t fight and they should work on things.”
“Mi Exxx,” a saucy reggaetón track that meshes both Wisin and Anuel’s signature sounds, also marks Anuel’s return to a more commercial sound.
“We’re seeing a great comeback and I’m happy for him,” Wisin says of the Latin trap star. “I believe Anuel has a lot to offer to the music scene and it’s an honor to have him on this song.”
Nominations for the 2023 awards — based on streaming, sales, radio airplay, tours and social media interactions data provided by Billboard and Luminate during the eligibility period (Feb. 12, 2022, through Feb. 4, 2023) — are led by Bad Bunny with 11 nominations. He’s followed by Becky G and Daddy Yankee, each with nine nominations. For the first time since its debut on Oct. 8, 2015, the ceremony — which is taking place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas — will be broadcast live simultaneously on Univision, UNIMÁS, and Galavisión.
Get tickets to the first-ever #BBMujeresLatinas on May 6 in Miami: billboardmujeresenlamusica.com
A trifecta of new powerhouse women reggaetón and Latin trap artists had a huge moment at the 2023 Latin American Music Awards on Thursday night (April 20).
Bad Gyal appeared nonchalant onscreen, rocking a shimmery yellow dress and sleek blond hair as she belted out the reggaeton banger “Chulo.” Amid an energetic pack of backup dancers, the Spanish provocateur dominated the stage with her cooly effortless swag.
Explore
See latest videos, charts and news
See latest videos, charts and news
The scene then transitioned to Chesca and Dalex, who donned sexy black leather to perform “Easy,” first appearing with their backs against each other. Their sensual and explosive love song chronicles how “easy” it is for the couple to be an item because of chemistry.
Then, Young Miko entered the scene with her exhilarating song “Lisa,” which instantly amped up the vibe. Donning black leather pants and a racing-inspired shirt with hints of fuchsia, the young lyricist brought her languorous and powerful flow. The song is an unapologetic confession of weakness for the irresistible women around her, revealing her refusal to limit herself to a particular style or personality type. Meanwhile a display of rosy anime characters adorned the backdrop.
Young Miko is one of the most dynamic new voices of Puerto Rico’s ever-growing reggaeton and Latin trap wave. She’s also one of the first openly queer musicians in her music space. The rapidly rising star traded her tattoo needle for a mic, and ever since, she’s been bringing her potent vocal flow to the forefront of Puerto Rico’s booming música urbana scene. She recently signed with Capitol Records.
Nominations for the 2023 awards — based on streaming, sales, radio airplay, tours and social media interactions data provided by Billboard and Luminate during the eligibility period (Feb. 12, 2022, through Feb. 4, 2023) — are led by Bad Bunny with 11 nominations. He’s followed by Becky G and Daddy Yankee, each with nine nominations. For the first time since its debut on Oct. 8, 2015, the ceremony — which is taking place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas — will be broadcast live simultaneously on Univision, UNIMÁS, and Galavisión.Get tickets to the first-ever #BBMujeresLatinas on May 6 in Miami: billboardmujeresenlamusica.com
Puerto Rican stars Wisin and Anuel AA literally brought the heat to the 2023 Latin American Music Awards on Thursday night (April 20).
Surrounded by cage-like structures that were lit on fire, the reggaetoneros joined forces for their new collaboration “Mi Exxx” — a breakup song, produced by Los Legendarios, which finds both men singing about a possible reunion with an ex, even if it is for one last time.
“Collaborating with Anuel is always an honor for me, he is one of the most respected artists in the genre and being able to create good music with him is always nice because I know that people will receive it and support it as they always do with our songs,” Wisin said about the collaboration in a statement. “This song is designed for people to listen to it, dedicate it, sing it and even dance to it. By creating it we kept our essence and I know that is one that people will enjoy.”
During the awards show, Wisin also performed “Tu Recuerdo” alongside Emilia Mernes and Lyanno.
Nominations for the 2023 awards — based on streaming, sales, radio airplay, tours and social media interactions data provided by Billboard and Luminate during the eligibility period (Feb. 12, 2022, through Feb. 4, 2023) — are led by Bad Bunny with 11 nominations. He’s followed by Becky G and Daddy Yankee, each with nine nominations. For the first time since its debut on Oct. 8, 2015, the ceremony — which is taking place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas — will be broadcast live simultaneously on Univision, UNIMÁS, and Galavisión.
Get tickets to the first-ever #BBMujeresLatinas on May 6 in Miami: billboardmujeresenlamusica.com
Before kicking off the live broadcast of the eighth edition of the Latin American Music Awards on Thursday night (April 20), stars such as Becky G, Anuel AA, David Bisbal, Chiquis and Pepe Aguilar walked the red carpet.
Outside the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Becky G — who will perform “Chanel” alongside Peso Pluma at Thursday’s Latin AMAs — strutted the carpet in a bedazzled little black dress that she styled with a long and dramatic black cape. Meanwhile, Chiquis was pretty in pink and looking very glamorous with a short pink dress with puffy sleeves.
Up-and-comers Peso Pluma and Yahritza y Su Esencia opted for a more casual and youthful look, wearing cargo pants or slacks paired with blazers or a simple button-down shirt. Mexican music titan Pepe Aguilar, who is being honored with one of the Legacy Awards, walked down the red carpet with his beloved Gordo, El Pug.
Nominations for the 2023 awards — based on streaming, sales, radio airplay, tours and social media interactions data provided by Billboard and Luminate during the eligibility period (Feb. 12, 2022, through Feb. 4, 2023) — are led by Bad Bunny with 11 nominations. He’s followed by Becky G and Daddy Yankee, each with nine nominations. For the first time since its debut on Oct. 8, 2015, the ceremony — which is taking place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas — will be broadcast live simultaneously on Univision, UNIMÁS and Galavisión.
Get tickets to the first-ever #BBMujeresLatinas on May 6 in Miami: billboardmujeresenlamusica.com
Peso Pluma
Image Credit: ROBYN BECK/AFP via GI
Peso Pluma arrives for the 8th annual Latin American Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, on April 20, 2023.
Lele Pons & Guaynaa
Image Credit: Denise Truscello/WireImage
Lele Pons and Guaynaa attend the 2023 Latin American Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 20, 2023 in Las Vegas.
Anuel AA
Image Credit: ROBYN BECK/AFP via GI
Anuel AA arrives for the 8th annual Latin American Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on April 20, 2023.
Steve Aoki
Image Credit: ROBYN BECK/AFP via GI
Steve Aoki arrives for the 8th annual Latin American Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on April 20, 2023.
Ivan Cornejo
Image Credit: Denise Truscello/WireImage
Ivan Cornejo attends the 2023 Latin American Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 20, 2023 in Las Vegas.
Chiquis
Image Credit: Ethan Miller/GI
Chiquis Rivera attends the 2023 Latin American Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 20, 2023 in Las Vegas.
Justin Quiles
Image Credit: Ethan Miller/GI
Justin Quiles attends the 2023 Latin American Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 20, 2023 in Las Vegas.
Grupo Frontera
Image Credit: ROBYN BECK/AFP via GI
Grupo Frontera arrives for the 8th annual Latin American Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on April 20, 2023.
Jesse & Joy
Image Credit: ROBYN BECK/AFP via GI
Jesse & Joy arrive for the 8th annual Latin American Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on April 20, 2023.
Prince Royce
Image Credit: ROBYN BECK/AFP via GI
Prince Royce arrives for the 8th annual Latin American Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on April 20, 2023.
Yahritza y Su Esencia
Image Credit: ROBYN BECK/AFP via GI
Yahritza y Su Esencia arrives for the 8th annual Latin American Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on April 20, 2023.
Bad Gyal
Image Credit: ROBYN BECK/AFP via GI
Bad Gyal arrives for the 8th annual Latin American Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on April 20, 2023.
Eslabon Armado
Image Credit: Ethan Miller/GI
Damian Pacheco, Brian Tovar, Pedro Tovar and Ulises Gonzalez of Eslabon Armado attend the 2023 Latin American Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 20, 2023 in Las Vegas.
Pepe Aguilar
Image Credit: ROBYN BECK/AFP via GI
Pepe Aguilar arrives for the 8th annual Latin American Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on April 20, 2023.
Myke Towers
Image Credit: Denise Truscello/WireImage
Myke Towers attends the 2023 Latin American Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 20, 2023 in Las Vegas.
Becky G
Image Credit: Ethan Miller/GI
Becky G attends the 2023 Latin American Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 20, 2023 in Las Vegas.
Carlos Vives
Image Credit: ROBYN BECK/AFP via GI
Carlos Vives arrives for the 8th annual Latin American Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on April 20, 2023.
David Bisbal
Image Credit: Denise Truscello/WireImage
David Bisbal attends the 2023 Latin American Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 20, 2023 in Las Vegas.
Angela Aguilar
Image Credit: ROBYN BECK/AFP via GI
Angela Aguilar arrives for the 8th annual Latin American Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on April 20, 2023.
JLuna
Image Credit: Ethan Miller/GI
JLuna attends the 2023 Latin American Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 20, 2023 in Las Vegas.
Banda Renovación
Image Credit: ROBYN BECK/AFP via GI
Banda Renovación arrive for the 8th annual Latin American Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on April 20, 2023.
Banda El Recodo
Image Credit: ROBYN BECK/AFP via GI
Banda El Recodo arrives for the 8th annual Latin American Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on April 20, 2023.
Mar Solís
Image Credit: Denise Truscello/WireImage
Mar Solís attends the 2023 Latin American Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 20, 2023 in Las Vegas.
It’s the day of show for the 2023 Latin American Music Awards, which is being broadcast live on Univision Network for the first time.
This year, Bad Bunny leads the list of nominees with 11 nods, including artist of the year, song of the year and album of the year. The Puerto Rican star is followed by Becky G and Daddy Yankee, each with nine nominations; and with eight nods each are Grupo Frontera, Karol G, Rauw Alejandro, Romeo Santos and Rosalía.
The show will feature over 30 performances and will honor Carlos Vives, David Bisbal, Pepe Aguilar and Prince Royce with special awards throughout the night.
The winners of the Latin AMAs are voted for by fans. This year’s nominations are based on streaming, sales, radio airplay, tours and social media interactions data provided by Billboard and Luminate during the eligibility period (Feb. 12, 2022, through Feb. 4, 2023).
Below, the winners of the night (so far):
Song of the Year
“Bebe dame” – Fueza Regida & Grupo Frontera“Despechá” – Rosalía“Dos oruguitas” – Sebastián Yatra“Está dañada” – Ivan Cornejo“La bachata” – Manuel Turizo“MAMIII” – Becky G & Karol G — WINNER“Me porto bonito” – Bad Bunny & Chencho Corleone“Quevedo: BZRP Music Sessions, Vol. 52” – Bizarrap & Quevedo“Sus huellas” – Romeo Santos“Te felicito” – Shakira & Rauw Alejandro
Collaboration of the Year
“Bebe dame” – Fueza Regida & Grupo Frontera“El incomprendido” – Farruko, Víctor Cárdenas & DJ Adoni“MAMIII” – Becky G & Karol G — WINNER“Mayor que usted” – Natti Natasha, Daddy Yankee & Wisin y Yandel“Me porto bonito” – Bad Bunny & Chencho Corleone“Medallo” – Blessd, Justin Quiles & Lenny Tavárez“Que vuelvas” – Carin León & Grupo Frontera“Quevedo: BZRP Music Sessions, Vol. 52” – Bizarrap & Quevedo“Te espero” – Prince Royce & Maria Becerra“Te felicito” – Shakira & Rauw Alejandro
Best Duo or Group – Pop
Jesse & Joy — WINNERLos Enanitos VerdesManáMau y RickyReik
Best Duo or Group – Regional Mexican
Banda Los RecoditosBanda MS de Sergio LizárragaCalibre 50Eslabón ArmadoFuerza RegidaGrupo Firme — WINNERGrupo FronteraIntocableLos Ángeles AzulesYahritza y Su Esencia
New Artist of the Year
Bizarrap — WINNERBlessdEdén MuñozGrupo FronteraLos LaraLuis FigueroaLuis R ConriquezQuevedoSanta Fe KlanYahritza y Su Esencia
Best Collaboration – Regional Mexican
“Billete grande (En vivo)” – Fuerza Regida & Edgardo Nuñez“Brindo” – Mario Bautista & Banda El Recodo“Calidad” – Grupo Firme & Luis Mexia“Con un botecito a pecho” – Adriel Favela & Carin León“Hay que hacer dinero” – Banda MS de Sergio Lizárraga & Edén Muñoz“Jugaste y sufrí” – Eslabón Armado & DannyLux“Que vuelvas” – Carin León & Grupo Frontera“Se acabó (En vivo)” – Lenin Ramírez, Fuerza Regida & Banda Renovación“Si ya hiciste el mal” – Luis R Conriquez & Jessi Uribe“Ya acabó” – Marca MP & Becky G — WINNER
Best Collaboration – Tropical
“Baloncito viejo” – Carolos Vives & Camilo“El pañuelo” – Romeo Santos & Rosalía“Monotonía” – Shakira & Ozuna — WINNER“Soy yo” – Don Omar, Wisin & Gente de Zona“Te espero” – Prince Royce & Maria Becerra
Best Crossover Artist
DJ KhaledDJ SnakeEd SheeranFatman ScoopGimsJustin TimberlakeLil JonMegan Thee StallionMr. VegasThe Weeknd — WINNER
Best Artist – Pop
AnittaBecky GCamiloEnrique IglesiasKali UchisLuis FonsiRicky MartinRosalíaSebastián YatraShakira – WINNER
Best Artist – Tropical
Carlos VivesMarc AnthonyPrince RoyceRomeo Santos — WINNERVíctor Manuelle
Artist of the Year
Bad BunnyBecky GDaddy YankeeEslabón ArmadoFarrukoIvan CornejoKarol GRauw AlejandroRomeo SantosRosalía
Album of the Year
Ahora Me Da Pena EP – Buena Vista Social ClubDañado – Ivan CornejoEsquemas – Becky GFórmula, Vol. 3 – Romeo SantosJose – J BalvinLa 167 – FarrukoLegendaddy – Daddy YankeeMotomami – RosalíaNostalgia – Eslabón ArmadoUn Verano Sin Ti – Bad Bunny — WINNER
Collaboration Crossover of the Year
“Arhbo (Music from the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Official Soundtrack)” – Ozuna, Gims,Redone & FIFA Sound“Borracho” – Sech & DJ Khaled“La fama” – Rosalía & The Weeknd — WINNER“Sigue” – J Balvin & Ed Sheeran“Sin fin” – Romeo Santos & Justin Timberlake
Streaming Artist of the Year
Bad BunnyChencho CorleoneGrupo FronteraIvan CornejoKarol G
Tour of the Year
Enfiestados y Amanecidos Tour – Grupo FirmeLa Última Vuelta World Tour – Daddy YankeePapi Juancho World Tour – Maluma$trip Love Tour – Karol GWorld’s Hottest Tour – Bad Bunny
Best Album – Pop
@dannocean – Danny OceanDe Adentro Pa Afuera – CamiloDharma – Sebastián YatraEsquemas – Becky GMotomami – Rosalía — WINNER
Best Song – Pop
“Bailé con mi ex” – Becky G“Junio” – Maluma“Provenza” – Karol G“Tacones rojos” – Sebastián Yatra“Te amo y punto” – Chayanne
Best Artist – Urban
Anuel AABad BunnyDaddy YankeeFarrukoJ BalvinJhaycoKarol GNatti NatashaOzunaRauw Alejandro
Best Album – Urban
Jose – J BalvinLa 167 – FarrukoLegendaddy – Daddy YankeeSaturno – Rauw AlejandroUn Verano Sin Ti – Bad Bunny — WINNER
Best Song – Urban
“Desesperados” – Rauw Alejandro & Chencho Corleone“Envolver” – Anitta“Remix” – Daddy Yankee“Sensual bebé” – Jhayco“Tití me preguntó” – Bad Bunny
Best Collaboration – Pop/Urban
“Buenos días” – Wisin, Camilo & Los Legendarios“El incomprendido” – Farruko, Víctor Cárdenas & DJ Adoni“Hot” – Daddy Yankee & Pitbull“MAMIII” – Becky G & Karol G“Mayor que usted” – Natti Natasha, Daddy Yankee & Wisin y Yandel“Me porto bonito” – Bad Bunny & Chencho Corleone“Medallo” – Blessd, Justin Quiles & Lenny Tavárez“Punto 40” – Rauw Alejandro & Baby Rasta“Quevedo: BZRP Music Sessions, Vol. 52” – Bizarrap & Quevedo“Te felicito” – Shakira & Rauw Alejandro
Best Artist – Regional Mexican
Ángela AguilarCarin LeónChiquisChristian NodalEdén MuñozGerardo OrtizIvan CornejoJunior H — WINNERLuis R ConriquezPepe Aguilar
Best Album – Regional Mexican
Dañado – Ivan CornejoDel Barrio Hasta Aquí, Vol. 2 – Fuerza RegidaMi Vida En Un Cigarro 2 – Junior H — WINNERNostalgia – Eslabón ArmadoObsessed Deluxe – Yahritza y Su Esencia
Best Song – Regional Mexican
“Chale” – Edén Muñoz“La boda del huitlacoche (Live)” – Carin León“No se va (En vivo)” – Grupo Frontera“Que te vaya bien” – Julión Álvarez y su Norteño Banda“Si me duele que duela” – Intocable
Best Album – Tropical
Ahora Me Da Pena EP – Buena Vista Social ClubCumbiana II – Carlos VivesFórmula, Vol. 3 – Romeo SantosPa’lla Voy – Marc AnthonyThe Ultimate Bachata Collection – Héctor Acosta “El Torito”
Best Song – Tropical
“Despechá” – Rosalía“Después de la playa” – Bad Bunny“La bachata” – Manuel Turizo“Pegao” – Camilo“Sus huellas” – Romeo Santos
The Latin AMAs are set to take place live on Thursday, April 20, from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, airing on the Univision Network for the first time since its debut in 2015, on Telemundo.
Explore
See latest videos, charts and news
See latest videos, charts and news
Nominations for this year’s awards — based on streaming, sales, radio airplay, tours and even social media interactions data provided by Billboard and Luminate during the eligibility period (Feb. 12, 2022, through Feb. 4, 2023) — are led by Bad Bunny with 11 nominations. He’s followed by Becky G and Daddy Yankee, each with nine nominations.
On Wednesday (April 19), Billboard caught up with some of the confirmed acts during the rehearsals. Below, check out some highlights.
A David Bisbal Takeover
During rehearsals, Billboard exclusively spent the day with David Bisbal as he prepared for his big night. The Spanish crooner will receive the inaugural Pioneer Award, celebrating his 20-year trajectory. Joining the celebration are Puerto Rican merengue artist Olga Tañon and Regional Mexican songstress Angela Aguilar, who will sing a medley of Bisbal’s biggest hits. Watch a snippet of their performance below:
Yahritza y Su Esencia Manifest Collaborations
After notching collaborations with Ivan Cornejo (“Inseparables”) and Grupo Frontera (“Fragil”), Yahritza y Su Esencia expressed the hope to one day collaborate with Peso Pluma and Natanael Cano (on the Música Mexicana side), as well as with Karol G and Becky G (on the urban-pop side). “We love to listen to corrido music and we’re always jamming to Karol G in the car,” lead vocalist Yahritza Martinez tells Billboard during rehearsals. The sierreño act is nominated for three awards at the 2023 Latin AMAs including the coveted best new artist category.
Pepe Aguilar Makes Latin AMAs Debut
Pepe Aguilar, who will be recognized as a 2023 Latin AMAs Legacy honoree alongside Carlos Vives, is also making his Latin American Music Awards debut. “This is the first time I’m invited to these awards and it’s an honor to receive this [special] award,” the Mexican artist notes. Backstage, Aguilar was joined by his adorable pug “El Gordo Aguilar” and told the press that he actually found his doggy on a red carpet. Additionally, he revealed his excitement that his grand hit “Por Mujeres Como Tú” will turn 25 years old this year.
Tips By Noel Schajris
Noel Schajris is making his debut at the Latin AMAs as a presenter. To share his excitement, the Argentine-Mexican pop artist revealed some of his best tips for first-time presenters at an awards show. “First thing’s first, you have to get on stage with a big smile and a great attitude,” he notes, admitting that perhaps he’s not the best person to offer tips. Watch the silly clip below:
The Talk of the Town: Peso Pluma and Grupo Frontera
At rehearsals, many artists could not hold back about two of the “it” artists in Regional Mexican: Peso Pluma and Grupo Frontera. The former will be performing the Becky G-assisted “Chanel” and the latter is an eight-time nominee. Artists such as Pepe Aguilar expressed how he respects what the new generation is doing for the genre and Mexican actress Galilea Montijo said she was looking forward to seeing them shine at the 2023 Latin AMAs.