Reggeaton

 

Reggaeton

The Reggaeton genre was originated in Panama and became popular in Puerto Rico. Now, Reggaeton is accepted globally within other places. This genre is a mix of hip-hop as well as Caribbean music, one would say that the sound of Reggaeton is very similar to Spanish reggae, it wasn't until the 1990s that it became popular. The start of Reggaeton was dominated by male artists now female artists can be seen within this genre. Some popular Reggaeton artists include Bad Bunny, J Balvin, Karol G, Yandel, and Daddy Yankee. 

Reggaeton was not popular at all and it was only seen in informal venues and some channels, most people referred to this genre as "underground" music. The first-ever reggaeton is 'riddims' by DJ Playero and DJ Nelson, this song became highly successful because it was a combination of hip-hop music and Latin American music.  This music genre was an unknown outlet in which young artists could express themselves. this genre of music expresses topics such as drugs, poverty, sex, violence, and love some songs with these topics include 'Siente el Boom,' 'Verano Azul' and 'NI BIEN NI MAL' this genre was very popular among the youth yet just like any music it received a lot of criticism. Now, Reggaeton is a genre listened to by a lot of people the most popular artist rising is Bad Bunny with his newest single 'Dakiti' which received 53.2 million views. 

(Bad Bunny)

Reggaeton has helped open up the Latino culture within other countries, it has also helped bring awareness to the state of Latin America. bringing up topics of how people live in these countries, reggaeton has shaped the culture in other countries such as the United States and Africa. As mentioned before, reggaeton is a combination of hip-hop and Latin music, and just like hip-hop music its lyrics contain hooks that repeat throughout the song a majority of reggaeton music include rapping that is combined with singing some songs are even song in Spanish and English known as 'Spanglish.' The great thing about reggaeton music is that it borrows sounds form different music genres but still has it's own and unique sound.  The beat of reggaeton music is usually fast and uses drum beats as well as keyboards. One thing that is not talked about that often is that reggaeton music allows Latinos to express themselves and brings acknowledgment to the racial issues Latinos go through. 

Karol G, Anuel AA, Daddy Yankee, Ozuna

Karol G

  Carolina Giraldo Navarro also known as Karol G is one of the Latin women who sings songs withing the Reggaeton genre. Karol G is from Colombia, her music is mostly Reggaeton and Latin Trap but she has also worked with different music styles.  Some of her hits are 'Ay, Dios Mio' 'Mi Cama' and 'Ahora Me Llama' Karol G has also sang along with artist such as Cardi B, Anuel AA, and Mambo Kingz

Ozuna

Juan Carlos Ozuna Rosado also known as Ozuna is a popular Regageton singer from Puerto Rico, his music style and composition are a form to encourage people to follow their dreams and tries to avoid prophanity in his music. Some of his hits are from his two albums 'Odisea' and 'Aura' he has also sang some songs along with artists such as Wisin, Chris Jeday, De la ghetto, and Annuel.

hey guys I hope you liked today's post I wanted to teach you more about Reggaeton and give you more information on it. See you next post!

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-Paola