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Spring is just around the corner, and some of music’s biggest stars are getting ready for the warmer months with a slew of new releases. Kicking things off is Ariana Grande, who welcomed a life of Eternal Sunshine with her seventh studio album released on Friday (March 8). Grande introduced the new era back in […]
Ivy Queen (real name: Martha Ivelisse Pesante Rodríguez) is celebrating her birthday on Monday (March 4), and to celebrate, Billboard is highlighting some of her biggest Hot Latin Songs hits in a fan poll.
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In 1997, Ivy made a strong statement with her song “Pongan Atención” (pay attention), on which she loudly and proudly declared: “Pay attention, country, nation, association, the queen has arrived.” The Puerto Rican artist and rapper kicked off her career as part of the all-male collective The Noise, and through her unapologetic, powerful bars, mainly about self-love and being a strong-minded woman, she ultimately earned her crown as the Queen of Reggaeton.
Ivy first arrived on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart in 2005 with her timeless track “Quiero Bailar” (originally released in 2003), a song about a woman whose provocative dance moves demand nothing but respect on the dance floor and don’t mean anything more than having a good time.
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Seven other of her tracks earned a spot on the Hot Latin Songs chart, including “Te He Querido, Te He Llorado” (2005), “Que Lloren” (2007) and “Dime” (2008), all of which hit the top 10. Additionally, she has 20 entries on the Latin Rhythm Airplay chart, among other accolades.
The Boricua star was recently honored with the Women in Music Icon award at the 2023 Billboard Women in Music Awards, where she opened up about her challenging road to success.
“When I fell in love with music, I found myself constantly battling to earn my spot, to earn my own lane, and to find my own identity between the guys,” she said in her acceptance speech. “The movement was underground, then turned reggaeton. I traveled around the island of Puerto Rico measuring my skills against male MCs. Bars became my self-defense mechanism. Through lyrics, I encouraged other Latinas that stand around me to stand for themself and also to not stay quiet when something hurts.”
As Ivy continues to flaunt her proud roots, trendy fashion transformations and ability to evolve from reggaeton to bachata and other genres, Billboard asks fans to vote for their favorite Ivy Queen hit on the Hot Latin Songs chart below:
March is here, and today’s top music stars are gearing up for spring with a slew of new releases. Miley Cyrus’ long awaited collaboration with Pharrell, “Doctor (Work It Out),” went live on streaming services Friday (March 1), marking the singer’s first release since her 2023 single “Used to Be Young.” The team-up has reportedly been in […]
With February wrapping up, the music of 2024 keeps on giving. This week sees some major releases by SZA, Selena Gomez, Justin Timberlake and more superstars. SZA searches for answers on “Saturn,” a new track that was first previewed in a commercial that aired during a Grammys ceremony where SZA took home three trophies. Timberlake […]
This week, Billboard‘s New Music Latin roundup and playlist — curated by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors — feature fresh new releases from artists such as Prince Royce, Pepe Aguilar, Farruko, Greeicy and more.
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Notably, Farruko is part of the Bob Marley: One Love movie soundtrack with his rendition of Marley’s 1977 hit “Jamming.” “The process was incredible because I got to sample his vocals in a song I was on,” the Puerto Rican artist said in a statement. His version, called “Rasta Reggae,” merges reggae with Latin beats and cultural nods in a way that both honors the original’s influence and highlights his own identity and Caribbean roots.
“It was a wow moment for me, like if I actually recorded with Bob Marley!” he continued. “It was an honor to take part and that this film will show he was more than a leader, he was a prophet, someone who forever changed the music culture and who made it a priority to fight for human rights and peace and equality. I very much identify with him. He has always inspired me and we share something else so special, that island culture, it’s in our blood.”
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This week, we also highlight three brand-new albums: Prince Royce’s Llamada Perdida, Greeicy’s Yeliana and Gaby Moreno’s Dusk. The former of the three, home to 23 bachata-heavy tracks, “represent the end of a life chapter for Royce, as well as the acceptance of a new beginning,” as described in a press release. Yeliana is a nine-track set that pays homage to Greeicy’s new motherhood stage; while Moreno’s Dusk is a collision of the best of the American and Latin American worlds — not only combining English and Spanish but also fusing the folklore of both, walking between country music, blues, rock and Latin folk.
Other releases this week include songs by Pepe Aguilar, Grupo Frontera, Luis Fonsi, and more.
Last week, Danny Ocean’s “Amor” won the poll with over 80 percent of the votes. Which your favorite new Latin music release of this week? Vote below!
What’s your new favorite Latin music release?/¿Cuál es tu nuevo lanzamiento favorito de música latina?
The long weekend is finally here, and some of today’s top stars unveiled new music to keep the party going. After teasing a special announcement via her Instagram Story earlier this week (Feb. 13), Ariana Grande confirmed Mariah Carey’s appearance on the “Yes, And?” remix with a Feb. 14 post captioned, “Thank you from the bottom […]
If her debut album title is any indication, Karol G has been unstoppable — especially on the Billboard charts, where she’s earned eight No. 1 hits on the Hot Latin Songs list. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news In celebration of her 33rd birthday Wednesday (Feb. 14), […]
American Idol‘s 22nd season is premiering on Sunday (Feb. 18), marking Katy Perry’s seventh and final season as a judge. The “Teenage Dream” star revealed that she’s leaving the show on Jimmy Kimmel Live on Monday night (Feb. 12). “I love the show so much,” she told the host, “but I want to go see […]
Fans got it bad for Usher, who took the stage for the 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show presented by Apple Music on Sunday (Feb. 11). The superstar performed a medley of hits, including “Caught Up,” “Burn,” “U Got It Bad,” “Confessions Part II,” “Love In This Club” and more, all while delivering his characteristically sultry dance moves […]
In 2020, Shakira and Jennifer Lopez co-headlined the Super Bowl LIV Halftime Show. Each artist performed a medley of their biggest hits, while the former invited special guest Bad Bunny and the latter invited J Balvin. The two superstars closed off their energetic set by joining forces on Lopez’s “Let’s Get Loud” and Shakira’s World […]
