5 Mexican Pop Songs You Need to Know
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Looking for some new music to add to your playlist? Check out these five Mexican pop songs that you need to know!
“Mia” – Bad Bunny
As the undisputed king of Spanish-language trap, Bad Bunny is one of the most popular artists in the world right now. His track “Mia” featuring Drake was a huge crossover hit, and it’s easy to see why. The infectious beat, catchy melodies, and Drake’s star power helped make it a global hit.
Bad Bunny is from Puerto Rico, but he often incorporates Mexican culture into his music. In “Mia,” he pays homage to Mexico’s iconic “Day of the Dead” holiday with the line “No me gusta Halloween, pero me encanta el Día de los Muertos.”
While “Mia” is definitely a party track, Bad Bunny also uses his platform to address social issues. He’s been an outspoken supporter of the #BlackLivesMatter movement, and he often includes messages of equality and acceptance in his music.
“Te Boté” – Casper Magico, Nio Garcia, Darell, Ozuna & Bad Bunny
“Te Boté” is a song by Puerto Rican singers Casper Magico, Nio Garcia, Darell, Ozuna and Bad Bunny. It was released on April 6, 2018, by Sony Music Latin. The song peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart in the United States, making it the first all-male collaboration to do so in over three years.
“Dura” – Daddy Yankee
“Dura” is a song by Puerto Rican singer Daddy Yankee. The song was released on January 12, 2018, as the lead single from Daddy Yankee’s fifth studio album, El Disco Duro (2018). “Dura” peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart in the United States, and also became Daddy Yankee’s first number-one single on the Spotify Global 50 chart.
“El Farsante” – Ozuna
“El Farsante” is a 2018 song by Puerto Rican singer Ozuna. The song, which is about a man who pretends to be someone he’s not, became a huge hit in Mexico upon its release. It peaked at number one on the Billboard Latin Songs chart and has been certified 6x Platinum in Mexico.
“Amigos Con Derechos” – Reykon ft. Maluma
This upbeat track is the perfect blend of two of Latin music’s hottest stars. Reykon, who hails from Colombia, and Maluma, who is from Reykon’s home country of Colombia, have collaborated on a number of hits, including this one. “Amigos Con Derechos” is all about having a friend with benefits and the chemistry between the two artists is undeniable. If you’re looking for a summer jam that will get you moving, this is it.
