5 Latin American Artists Dominating Global Pop Music

Bad Bunny

From local trapper to global phenomenon, Bad Bunny blends reggaeton, trap, pop, and salsa. His album “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS” explores Puerto Rican identity and colonization, dominating Spotify and global charts.

Shakira

A global icon with over 25 years of career, Shakira mixes pop, Latin music, and Middle Eastern influences. The first Latina to headline the Super Bowl, she is a reference in music, philanthropy, and female empowerment.

Anitta

Versatile and bilingual, Anitta is the first Brazilian nominated for the VMAs and the first to perform at Coachella. Her album “Funk Generation” blends Portuguese, Spanish, and English, with over 12 million streams in the first 24 hours.

Karol G

Queen of Latin trap, Karol G broke out with “Tusa” and won a Grammy in 2024. The Colombian leads streams on YouTube and Spotify, solidifying herself as one of the most powerful female voices in Latin music.

Maluma

With six albums released, Maluma is a success in reggaeton and Latin pop. He has collaborated with Jennifer Lopez, Madonna, and The Weeknd, earning awards like Latin Grammys and MTV Europe Music Awards.

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