The Best Latin Music of 2019 (So Far)
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From the cumbia revival to reggaeton’s continued dominance, these are the best Latin music releases of 2019 (so far).
Introduction
With the year more than halfway over, it’s time to take a look at the best Latin music of 2019 (so far). From reggaeton and trap to cumbia and bachata, there’s been no shortage of great music to dance to this year. Here are just a few of our favorite Latin tracks of 2019.
Best Albums
2019 has already been a big year for Latin music, with a number of great albums being released. If you’re looking for some new music to listen to, here are some of the best Latin albums of 2019 (so far).
“Indestructible” by Reykon
Indestructible is the debut studio album by Colombian reggaeton singer Reykon, released on April 7, 2017 by Sony Music Latin. It includes the singles “El Chisme”, “La Santa”, “Latigazo”, and “Señorita”.
The album peaked at number one on Billboard’s Top Latin Albums chart in the United States, and peaked at number five on their Heatseekers Albums chart.
“Oasis” by J Balvin
J Balvin’s Oasis is one of the best Latin albums of 2019. The Colombian singer’s album features a mix of reggaeton, trap, and pop, and includes the hits “Mi Gente” and “No Me Conoce.” Oasis is a fun, upbeat album that’s perfect for dancing or driving.
“Mala Santa” by Becky G
Becky G’s highly-anticipated sophomore album Mala Santa dropped in April, and it’s already one of the best Latin albums of 2019. The Mexican-American singer/rapper delivers a collection of smart, sexy, and empowering bangers that explore her Latina roots and celebrate her sexuality. From the empowering lead single ” secreto (Sexy Canela)” to the reggaeton heater “Como No” featuring Bad Bunny, Mala Santa is an essential listen for any fan of Latin music.
Best Songs
It’s been a great year for Latin music so far, with a wide variety of artists releasing catchy, soulful, and simply great songs. Whether you’re a fan of pop, reggaeton, cumbia, or anything in between, there’s bound to be a song on this list that you’ll love.
“Caliente” by Reykon
Reykon’s first single in 2019 is already a certified bop. “Caliente” has a catchy chorus and an even catchier beat that makes it impossible not to dance along. The Colombian reggaetonero expertly blends English and Spanish throughout the track, making it a perfect choice for any party playlist.
“I Like It” by Cardi B
“I Like It” by Cardi B is one of the best Latin songs of 2019. The song features a sample of the 1963 chachacha song “La Chica del Ipanema” by Brazilian singer-songwriter Carlos Lyra and Antônio Carlos Jobim. “I Like It” topped the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, making Cardi B the first female rapper to have three No. 1 singles on the chart.
“Mia” by Bad Bunny
“Mia” is a song by Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny. It was released on October 5, 2018, as the lead single from his debut studio album X 100pre. The song peaked at number one on the US Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart and became Bad Bunny’s first number-one single on the chart. It also peaked at number one in Spain and Switzerland.
Conclusion
It’s been a great year for Latin music so far, with a wide variety of sounds and styles represented in our list of the best albums of 2019 (so far). From reggaeton to cumbia, there’s something here for everyone. And with the summer just getting started, there’s sure to be even more great music on the way.
