2025 is quickly coming to an end, and it’s been an incredible year for music. As the year ends, artists are finishing it strong with some new tunes to carry you into the holidays. From global superstars to rising stars, get your playlist ready and let’s have some musical fun.
1. Maria Becerra, Jay Wheeler, XROSS – ROMÁNTICA | MARIA: Parte IV
As part of Quimera, María Becerra teams up with Jay Wheeler for a fun and unexpected salsa moment on “Romántica,” a collab both artists had been wanting for a while. The track leans into the magic of feeling truly loved and seen, with a romantic edge, and will make you want to dance with someone special.
2. Marcelo Rubio – Letras pequeñas
One of the most unique and emotional voices in the game, Venezuelan singer Marcelo Rubio continues to stand out as one of the new voices in Latin pop. His latest single, “Letras pequeñas,” is a raw, melancholic ballad about the emptiness that follows different kinds of relationships and unpacks the hidden conditions that come with them. It marks his fifth release of the year.
3. Becky G – Hablamos Mañana
Becky G closes out a milestone year with a full-circle moment: the official release of the long-awaited fan favorite “Hablamos Mañana.” She first teased it during the ESQUEMAS era and performed it on tour, but she saved it for the right moment. The playful and upbeat track comes with a music video stitched together from behind-the-scenes moments from the past year.
4. Grupo Frontera, Calle 24 – Beses Así
After an epic year filled with nominations, Grupo Frontera keeps the momentum going with “Beses Así,” a new emotional collab with Calle 24. The song taps into love that lingers long after it’s over. The group’s energy meshes perfectly, with their emotional and vulnerable voices shining through.
5. Monsieur Periné, Piso 21 – Grande
Monsieur Periné releases an acoustic take on their hit “Grande Acústico” featuring Piso 21. Stripped-down and intimate, the version is raw, putting vocals front and center, with a stunning arrangement that emphasizes the song’s message of self-love and resilience.
6. GIULIA BE – tonta
GIULIA BE drops “tonta,” blending her signature sound with a bright Latin-pop groove. Written during the pandemic, “tonta” captures the moment emotional walls come down. “The world outside was on fire, and I was waiting for a message that left me defenseless,” GIULIA says, describing a song about realizing – too late – that your heart is finally on the line.
7. Jombriel, Jøtta “Tumbenla”
Jombriel teams up with Jøtta and brings the explosive energy with “Túmbenla.” The track is a mix of pure party chaos with a tropical vibe that’s perfect to spice up the dancefloor for the end-of-year parties.
8. Zulia, LAGOS – S I S T E M A S O L A R
Zulia gives a first taste of her upcoming project, with “Sistema Solar” in collaboration with LAGOS. The song has a chilling start that turns into a clean, retro pop, and catchy melody. Their voices and sounds mesh perfectly, making for a sweet listening experience.
9. TINI – 36 Vidas
Multi-platinum singer-songwriter TINI releases “36 Vidas,” a cumbia-inspired single about self-reflection, growth, and starting fresh. The track blends traditional cumbia rhythms with a modern feel and is a testament to her ability to weave through genres with ease.
10. Reik, Leo Rizzi – Aquí en la Arena
Reik fans get one last gift in 2025 with the release of TQ+, an expanded version of their May EP TQ. The album adds three new tracks, “Aquí en la Arena” featuring Leo Rizzi, “Todos Buscándolo,” and “El Observador.” With a career that has spanned two decades, the group continues to push Spanish-language pop while staying true to their sound.
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