Latino musicians are an important part of the pop culture in the US. From talented artists like Daddy Yankee and Enrique Iglesias to Karol G and Gloria Estefan, Latino artists have been ruling our Spotify and iTunes playlists for a long time now.
Latino music is known for transcending borders with its atrayente (catchy) beats and addictive lyrics. Not only do Latino artists regularly top the charts in the US, they also often go viral on social media. For instance, Ella Baila Sola was the first regional Mexican song to make it to the top five on Billboard’s Hot 100. You must also remember how Luis Fonsi’s Despacito took the US music scene by storm back in 2017.
So, in the spirit of celebrating the culturally diverse Latino music, with its distinct harmonies and catchy lyrics, let us go through the best newly released Latino songs that you should add to your playlist – pronto!
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Now, let us get to the best newly released songs from Latino artists and bands.
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Joaquina – Aeropuerto
The uber-talented Venezuelan music artist is just 20 years old and already making a big name in the music industry. It is not uncommon for the Latino artist to experience her music videos crossing a million views.
Her fresh release, Aeropuerto, is a love letter to her family just when it is the momento (time) for everyone to gather with their families. The song has a very soft, heartfelt feel to it – something that will probably make you miss your family even when they are next to you. Despite being released a couple of weeks ago, Aeropuerto has over 60k views.
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The Altons – Del Cielo te Cuido
The LA-based band is known for its genre-bending harmonies that represent the Latino essence. The soul-rock band wows the audience with its rhythmic drum and bass sequences. Del Cielo te Cuido is a slow and suave (soft) rendition of the retro life.
As their first song in Spanish, its sentimental vibes will have you dancing with your partner in no time. The song is from their upcoming album, Heartache in Room 14, which is set to come out on the próximo (next) Valentine’s Day in 2025.
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Fuerza Regida x Jorsshh – ROSONES
The regional Mexican band, Fuerza Regida, recently made it to the mainstream by performing at the Billboard Music Awards this December. Hailing from California, San Bernardino, the band stays true to its Mexican and Latino roots with its catchy tunes.
Their recently released single in collaboration with Jorsshh, Rosones, is a Reggaeton anthem that centers on the lifestyle that comes with fame that hooks people like a drug. Regida, through the thought-provoking lírica (lyrics), also points out the downsides of such a lifestyle. The song is very catchy which is why it has over 13 million views on YouTube.
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Klara Yolks – Maratón
This one is an underrated song that is bound to make you hit that like button. The alternative pop-rock artist, hailing from Lima Peru, is slowly gaining the recognition she deserves.
The 28 year-old, released her last banger for 2024. Maratón is catchy yet has a meaningful vibe when you get into the lyrics. It doesn’t only hook you with its attention-grabbing video, but the lyrics represent the young artist’s anxiety, her struggles with showing love, and feeling a gazillion overwhelming emotions at once – which is something everyone from our generation can relate to.
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Zemmoa – Tanto Para Dar
The Mexican singer and songwriter is a pro in genres like alternative rock, electropop, and Latin pop. Hailing from a musical family, Zemmoa has dropped multiple hits in the past. Her latest super-addictive single Tanto Para Dar (So Much to Give) gives out Tropipop vibes which is a mix of Columbian music with Latino pop. The song, apart from its upbeat nature, is a perfect party song to which you can dance the night away. On a deeper level, it is emotional where the singer believes love can solve any problem.
Latino artists and musicians bring together diverse musical influences mixed with Latino values like family, amar (love), and identity. These underrated songs are a great break from traditionally mainstream artists and open us to a world of unique perspectives and beats.
