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CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso, “GIMME MORE” (5020 Records)
After shocking onlookers with their steamy (violent?) kiss in the media room after winning five 2025 Latin Grammys, the Argentine outlandish duo return with “Gimme More” — a three-minute funky electropop track brimming with hedonism and existential dread. Over quirky synth keys that sound ripped straight from Mario Bros., they grapple with the hollowness of endless desire: “La mujer de mi vida no me sirve más, quiero más.” Three-quarters in, the song takes a cheeky turn with a Cuban son-like sample, underscoring their relentless quest for “more” — love, wealth, pleasure — and how none of it satisfies. The accompanying video matches the chaos, with the pair wreaking havoc in Las Vegas: they take shots out of their trophies, hit strip clubs, shoot at ranges and gamble with feral energy. — ISABELA RAYGOZA
Tainy & Karol G, “Única” (NEON16/Republic Records)
After working together on songs such as “Mañana Será Bonito” and “Tropicoqueta,” Tainy and Karol G join forces once again in “Única.” Sonically, the track laces enchanting string instruments, such as the harp, and synthetic reggaetón sounds, evoking feelings of remembrance and melancholy. Backed by Karol G’s dreamy vocals, the nostalgic lyrics express a strong connection and feelings of missing someone with whom special moments were shared, and describe how certain scents can spark these memories, regardless of the distance. “You’ll remember that night with me was unique/ Your mouth kissing me all over in a unique way/ So many people in the world and that night I was the only one/ We gave it our all knowing I was going to be the only one,” the Colombian star weeps. — INGRID FAJARDO
Sebastián Yatra & Xavi, “LA FKN VIBRA” (Universal Music Latino)
There’s something about Xavi doing reggaetón music that just makes sense—and “LA FKN VIBRA” is proof of that. For his new single, Sebastian Yatra teams up with the Música Mexicana sensation on a hard-hitting and captivating reggaetón track with subtle Regional Mexican requintos co-produced by Manuel Lara and Andy Clay. On the track—which can easily be an end-of-year party anthem or gearing us for summer 2026—Yatra and Xavi sing about “the f–king vibe” that only those who know how to live life to the fullest can understand. “We’re ready to have a blast, to hang out/Tonight I’m gonna steal the prettiest girl of them all,” they chant in the flirtatious chorus. — JESSICA ROIZ
Peso Pluma & Tito Double P, “intro” (Double P Records)
Peso Pluma and Tito Double P had for months hinted at an upcoming joint project, and “intro” seems like the perfect set up for the highly-anticipated reunion between the two cousins — who’ve already proven that big things happen when they team up. Peso and Tito unleash a riveting corrido — rooted in their horns-heavy signature corrido sound that catapulted them to stardom in the first place — that presents the pair as a dynasty. At the top of the music video, starring Mexican star Kate del Castillo, says, “They are not enemies, they are reflections, two halves that cannot exist without the other … in every dynasty, the power isn’t in just one, it’s in the union.” Peso and Tito go on to sing about a shared hustle, rising individually and also together. — GRISELDA FLORES
Carolina Ross & Denise Gutiérrez, “El Target” (FONO/Universal Music México)
Carolina Ross presents this new single as another preview of her upcoming album, accompanied by mariachi. The combination of these two voices with very different styles is quite interesting. Over violins that lend elegance and touches of sierreño, Denisse Gutiérrez, vocalist of the rock band Hello Seahorse!, infuses the feeling a ranchera requires from a contemporary perspective. “You don’t give to me, you only take from me/ That love weakens me/ In short, you always aim to kill/ I’m the target, I have to get out of your way,” says part of the song, which speaks of the complexity of love and how, sometimes, wounds become lessons. It’s a solid collaboration between two great talents who represent female power in Mexican music. — TERE AGUILERA
Codiciado & Carín León, “Déjame Dormir” (CodiRecords)
Codiciado and Carín León, two of the most recognizable and influential contemporary voices in Mexican music, join forces on this emotional ballad about heartbreak. Driven by guitars, metals and potent female backing vocals, and fused with rhythms like blues and R&B, “Déjame Dormir” is a plea to end a relationship that can no longer continue: “It wasn’t you, it was me/ Who was tired, fed up with this relationship/ Please, my love… And if you’re so tired and you feel like it/ Close the curtains, I beg you, and let me sleep,” say part of the lyrics. The track is a preview of Codiciado’s upcoming album, Así Es La Vida, slated for release in early 2026. It’s a powerful collaboration you’ll easily have on repeat. — SIGAL RATNER-ARIAS
León Larregui, “Cometas” (Universal Music México)
As Zoé prepares to take their MEMOREX + RESEXEX + MÁS 2026 tour to the U.S., its lead singer León Larregui presents “Cometas,” the first single from his fourth solo album. Weeks ago, he shared an unfinished, preliminary version of the song with his fans. Now, completely mixed and mastered, the track reaffirms the social and political stance the Mexican singer has displayed for years in his role as an artist. This urgent and conscious track emerges as an act of resistance in the face of the current complex geopolitical landscape. Built on an electroacoustic foundation with fingerpicked guitars and synthesizers, it creates a dramatic and immersive atmosphere. “The resistance of the people against frivolity/ Resilience is an olive tree,” Larregui sings reflectively. The single’s cover art is a clear reference to the work of artist and activist Banksy, featuring an image of a child flying a kite in the colors of the Palestinian flag and the distinctive lettering used by the British artist on his graffitis. — NATALIA CANO
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ROSALÍA feat. Björk & Yves Tumor, “Berghain” (Columbia Records)
Music for musicians and food for thinkers — that’s the best way to describe “Berghain”, the first single from Spanish superstar ROSALÍA’s upcoming album, LUX, featuring Björk and Yves Tumor. Laden with symbolism both in its lyrics and accompanying video, the piece — structured in operatic movements —surprises with Rosalía’s lyrical performance, gliding seamlessly between English, German, and her native Spanish. “Berghain,” possibly a nod to the exclusive Berlin nightclub, is steeped in a gothic mystique that frames its central theme: a woman tormented by a toxic relationship, portrayed most vividly in the video, where Rosalía embodies a Snow White straight out of the Brothers Grimm.
Surrounding her, the London Symphony Orchestra, appearing as she performs domestic chores like ironing, seem to personify the thoughts that haunt her, in a mise-en-scène rich with religious symbolism. In the end, Rosalía breaks free, transforming into a dove that takes flight. As a preview, the single leaves a lasting impression and builds anticipation for the full album, set to be released on November 7. Just watch it above. — LUISA CALLE
Maria Becerra & XROSS, “JOJO” (Warner Music Latina)
Through her latest release “JOJO,” co-produced and co-written with XROSS (real name: Xavier Rosero), Maria Becerra introduces her new alter ego. Sensuality, dominance, and fiery power embody Becerra’s new chapter that sonically, is a hard-hitting dancehall fused with R&B elements, and lyrically, it’s about a girl named Jojo, who has a magnetic force and has no competition. “She knows she’s a badass/ And that no one can match her/ She’s always like this/ Jojo wants dembow,” Becerra chants with confidence. “JOJO” marks the first single off of Becerra’s forthcoming studio album, QUIMERA, set for Nov. 20. — JESSICA ROIZ
GALE, Lo Que Puede Pasar (Sony Music Latin)
On her second studio album, Puerto Rican singer-songwriter GALE delivers a sharp, shimmering pop across 13 tracks that explore heartbreak, new beginnings, and the nostalgia of first times. The LP, which includes the previously released singles “Ciao!“, “Ysilandia” featuring ROBI, “Skittles,” and “Por Si Las Dudas” with LAGOS, also features collaborations with Danny Ocean on “Pa’ Qué Te Quedas” and Abraham Mateo on “No Quería Quererte” — both similar in rhythm (mid-tempo pop songs that explode into a powerful EDM beat) but with distinct vibes and messages.
The set opens with “Perspectiva,” a catchy track about beginning to fall for someone, and closes with “Domingo,” a moving reflection on the passage of time with a soothing vocal and guitar arrangements. The title track stands out for its infectious rhythm and lyrics about the excitement of “anything that can happen” on that first date with that special someone. Beautifully produced from beginning to end, Lo Que Puede Pasar showcases an evolution in the sound of GALE, one of the most sought-after songwriters in Latin music, whose credits include hits for superstars like Shakira, Christina Aguilera, and Juanes. — SIGAL RATNER-ARIAS
Banda El Recodo, “Solo Tú” (FONO/El Recodo Enterprises)
One of Camilo Sesto’s greatest classics is given new life in the Sinaloan banda style with this new cover by Banda El Recodo. The trumpets lend a romantic, even sensual touch to this anthem of desperate love, complemented by the vocals of Ricardo Yocupicio and Geovanni Mondragón and the rest of the instrumentation, which includes the essential tuba, clarinets, and horns. Originally released in 1976, “Solo Tú” speaks of a love for which one gives and sacrifices everything. The song is the first single from the upcoming album by “the mother of all bands,” and its video features the band members in black and white tuxedos, giving this work the elegance it deserves. — TERE AGUILERA
Majo Aguilar, “Chilo” (Universal Music México)
In her latest single, the young star of the Aguilar dynasty shows how to transform the pain of a breakup into a feeling of freedom and peace. She does so with great style, to the rhythm of a classic ranchera, but adding sierreño guitars for a contemporary touch. This empowering anthem, which emboldens and motivates her to move forward with dignity after a heartbreak, borrows a popular colloquial expression from the northern Mexican states of Sonora and Sinaloa, where people often use the word “chilo” to refer to something “nice,” “amazing,” or “great.”
“Chilo, I’m doing great/ Don’t worry, I won’t seek your affection anymore/ Chilo, I’m here at 100%/ I wish you the good and the bad you did to me,” goes the chorus, which highlights Aguilar’s melodic and powerful voice. The track is accompanied by a music video directed by QUIÉN, which features Majo on a recording set, with a vibrant orange desert and skies filled with lightning, creating a dramatic and powerful tone. — NATALIA CANO
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Myke Towers, Lyke Miike (One World International)
Following La Pantera Negra and its deluxe version, both released this year, Myke Towers surprises with a third album dubbed Lyke Miike. Released on Christmas Eve, the 23-track set (in honor of his idol Michael Jordan) is a gift to the faithful fans who have supported him since his Soundcloud days over 10 years ago. The set marks his return to the roots: trap and rap.
Lyke Miike kicks off with the Eladio Carrion-assisted “Qué Quieres De Mi?” on which he asks the haters, “What do you want from me?” In the track, the two Puerto Rican stars spit bars about leading the pack, being authentic and not depending on anyone else to create their own hits. In “Brillo,” an ‘80s-inspired funk-infused hip-hop tune, he teams up with Venezuelan rapper Akapellah to flaunt all their blessings. Though the set is entirely trap and hip-hop, with some R&B tones, Towers included an experimental number alongside Argentine artist L-Gante. “Los Depuro” is an innovative fusion between cumbia RKT and reggaeton.
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The album is accompanied by 23 visualizers filmed in Towers’ hometown of Quintana, San Juan, and includes collaborations with Jon Z, Miky Woodz, Clarent, Pressure 9×19, and Neutro Shorty. — JESSICA ROIZ
Bad Bunny, “Pitorro de Coco” (Rimas Entertainment)
With holiday cheer and heartache, “Pitorro de Coco” offers a unique blend of festive spirit and introspection. Encapsulating a Caribbean Christmas through the celebratory yet sobering lens of Puerto Rican culture, this song — named after a holiday coconut rum drink — is expertly paired with the modern beats of producers MAG, Tainy and La Paciencia, and written by Benito himself. The interpolation of 1900-born Chuíto el de Bayamón’s music helps bridge a generation gap, bringing the rustic charm of jíbara music from his native island to the global Latin pop scene. — ISABELA RAYGOZA
Hamilton y Andy Alaska, “Besitos Dulces” (Cigol Music Group)
Emerging artists from Cartagena, Colombia, Hamilton and DJ Andy Alaska merge their talents in the single “Besitos Dulces.” Over a base of Afrobeats with melodic and romantic overtones, Hamilton deploys a warm interpretation with a direct confession to a girl he is interested in, inviting her to put excuses aside and surrender to the desire to be together. The production enriches the song with an enveloping rhythm that combines Afro-Caribbean rhythms with subtle details that accentuate the lyrical narrative and invite you to let yourself be carried away by the music. — LUISA CALLE
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Kim Loaiza‘s X Amor II has topped this week’s new music Latin poll. In the poll — published on Friday (Sept. 13) in support of the weekly New Music Latin roundup and playlist, curated by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors — music fans voted for the Mexican singer’s latest album as their favorite music release of the week. In X Amor […]
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DannyLux & 8onthebeat, “Soltera” (Warner Music Latina)
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DannyLux wasn’t sure how his fans would react when he released his first EDM track, “House of Lux,” as part of his 2023 album DLUX. But once it was out, the sierreño artist previously told Billboard he was surprised to see just how much his fanbase had embraced his experimental song. Now, he’s keeping the momentum going with “Soltera,” featuring producer 8onthebeat, an EDM-powered, club-ready track that has summer anthem potential. The head-bobbing tune showcases DannyLux’s chameleonic ability to feel right at home with this style, which is completely different from his guitar-led sierreño ballads. “Soltera” is just a preview of his forthcoming house music project. — GRISELDA FLORES
Pj Sin Suela, “Nunca Es Suficiente” (El Efecto Secundario)
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In an ode to self-love, PJ Sin Suela unleashes “Nunca Es Suficiente,” produced by David B and penned by the artist himself. The track laces bolero music with lo-fi beats, and transitions into a smooth hip-hop melody, while shedding light on the importance of embracing who you are and what you have to offer. “It’s never enough/ If you shine with your own light/ Don’t compare yourself, there’s no one like you,” the Puerto Rican singer chants in the chorus, reminding listeners that not everything you see on social media is true and that the grass isn’t always greener on the other side… but nonetheless, life is beautiful and every soul is unique. “Nunca Es Suficiente” is the third single off of PJ’s upcoming studio album Toda Época Tiene Su Encanto set for Sept. 6. — JESSICA ROIZ
MORAT, “Antes de los 30 (En Sueño Desde Madrid)” (Universal Music Group)
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Colombian band Morat releases sentimental ballad “Antes de los 30,” the sequel to their track “Antes de los Veinte.” The song was recorded live at the start of their Antes de Que Amanezca Tour in Madrid on June 21. In the lyrics, the group reflects on the passing of time and the inevitable existential crisis that comes with the arrival of a new decade of life, while they themselves are in need of finding meaning and purpose. “We decided to update ‘Antes de los Veinte’ and create ‘Antes de los 30’ to make it more relevant to what we are doing and experiencing today, hoping that many of our fans can relate to it as well,” the band says in a statement. — LUISA CALLE
Tiago PZK, Anitta & Emilia, “Alegría” (Warner Music Latina)
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Tiago PZK continues to demonstrate his musical versatility by dabbling in baile funk, alongside Brazilian superstar Anitta and Argentine sensation Emilia. Living up to its name, “Alegría” (which means joy or happiness) includes fun lyrics in Spanish and Portuguese (and even some English) and an irresistible drum beat that invites you to dance. The captivating collaboration is a great complement to Tiago PZK’s eclectic album GOTTI A, released on July 4, with rhythms including merengue, salsa, cumbia, hip-hop and R&B — and the song, which had previously been unavailable to listen to on streaming services, has now officially joined the album’s tracklist as a playable song on DSPs. — SIGAL RATNER-ARIAS
ARON, “Especial” (UMG Recordings)
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After releasing his first single “Invisibilidad,” actor and singer-songwriter Aron is honoring a special love with his new single “Especial.” The high-energy track showcases the Spanish-German Elite star in a rock-inspired mood, combining his raspy vocals, electric guitars and a strong drum beat. In the song, he reflects on a love that has moved on by singing, “It seems like I don’t even know what ‘I love you’ means/ This song is especially for you,” repeating the sentiment throughout the track. — INGRID FAJARDO
Kim Loaiza & Codiciado, “QuesoXTE” (Space Music / Warner Music Latina)
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Brimming with conviction and brash energy, Kim Loaiza and Codiciado fuse their talents in the defiant corrido, “QuesoXTE,” a clever twist on “Qué Soporte.” The track erupts with an invigorating blend of guitars and brass, setting the stage for a narrative steeped in resilience. In a brisk two and a half minutes, the pair swap bold lyrics about ephemeral success and handling envy (“Me queda claro que la envidia es una enfermedad/ Y de verdad espero que se mejoren,” the YouTuber quips), supported by robust arrangements that amplify the song’s confrontational vibe. Codiciado’s seasoned voice alongside Loaiza’s cheeky sass forge a dynamic interplay, crafting an anthem that celebrates overcoming adversity and seizing the moment. — ISABELA RAYGOZA
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The opening track of Young Miko’s debut album, -att., is aptly titled “Rookie of the Year,” which is coincidentally the award Young Miko received at Billboard’s Women In Music event in March. However, this isn’t your run-of-the-mill, bragaddoccio rap opus intro. Opening with a man’s voice – Miko’s father speaking to her when she was […]
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