J Balvin Says Success of Artists Like Karol G Proves He Doesn’t Need an Album in English: “It’s Our Moment”
The Colombian singer says Spanish has become so global that audiences are now learning the language to understand the music. J Balvin Says Success of Artists Like Karol G Proves He Doesn’t Need an Album in English: “It’s Our Moment” Pedro Camacho
J Balvin has stated that the global success of Spanish-language artists, such as Karol G and Bad Bunny, has convinced him that he no longer needs to release an album in English. The reggaeton star told GQ that Spanish has become a truly global language, eliminating the need for him to cater to an English-speaking audience. "Spanish has become so global," he remarked.
"It's a blessing that a lot of people are learning Spanish because they want to understand us. There's no need for me to put out an English album. I never wanted to do it."
Balvin compared the crossover model of success to that of Shakira, who would follow Spanish-language hits with English versions to broaden her reach. He also highlighted Daddy Yankee's "Gasolina" as a pivotal moment that facilitated the movement. The Colombian artist emphasized that artists like Maluma and Karol G, along with Bad Bunny, are proof that this moment is not a fleeting trend, but rather a lasting phenomenon.
Karol G's recent success, particularly her collaboration "BbY WOW" with Spanish artists Judeline and rusowsky from her album "No Me Arrepiento de Sentir Tanto," currently holds the No. 1 position on Spotify's global chart, serving as a timely illustration of Balvin's perspective.
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