Sean Paul’s collaboration with Colombian singer Feid, titled “Niña Bonita,” clinched the Dancehall celebrity his inaugural Latin American Music Award.
The celebrated accolade for “Collaboration Crossover Of The 12 months” was bestowed upon the observe in the course of the 2024 Latin American Music Awards ceremony, held on the MGM Grand Backyard Area in Las Vegas on April twenty fifth.
Competing in opposition to notable contenders like J Balvin, Usher, DJ Khaled’s “Dientes,” Marshmello and Manuel Turizo’s “El Merengue,” The Rudeboyz, Maluma, and Adam Levine’s “Ojala,” and Ozuna and David Guetta’s “Vocation,” “Niña Bonita” emerged victorious within the class.
Whereas Sean Paul was additionally in rivalry for the title of ‘Finest Crossover Artist,’ the distinction was claimed by Marshmello.
“Niña Bonita” made waves early on, reaching the summit of the Billboard Latin Airplay Chart in August 2023, marking Sean Paul’s first chart-topper in six years since his collaboration with Enrique Iglesias on “Súbeme La Radio (Flip Up The Radio)” in 2017.
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With its official video amassing over 57 million views on YouTube, “Niña Bonita” additional solidified Sean Paul’s presence within the Latin music scene. His repertoire of Latin collaborations extends past this hit, encompassing tracks like “Dem Time Deh” with Manuel Turizo, “Ardour Whine” with Farruko, “No Me Controles” with Rvssian and Danny Ocean, “El Vibe” with Farina, and “Karmika” with Karol G.
Moreover, the Latin American Music Awards gala featured a memorable efficiency as Ky-Mani Marley joined Farruko onstage for a rendition of “Rasta Reggae (Jamming),” an unique observe from the Bob Marley: One Love soundtrack, launched earlier within the 12 months.
Feid and Karol G the night time’s huge winners
On the 2024 Latin American Music Awards, the highlight shone brightly on two standout artists: Feid and Karol G, who emerged because the night’s huge winners, every claiming six prestigious awards.
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Karol G, the Colombian sensation, clinched the coveted title of Artist of the 12 months, surpassing formidable contenders comparable to Dangerous Bunny, Carin León, and Peso Pluma. Moreover, she secured Album of the 12 months for “Mañana Será Bonito” and Tune of the 12 months for her collaboration with Shakira on “TQG.”
Feid, then again, graced the occasion along with his presence and delivered a memorable efficiency alongside Farruko and Jay Wheeler in a particular tribute to Yandel.
The Latin AMA Pioneer Award was a momentous event for Yandel, the Puerto Rican icon, who acquired one of many three particular awards of the night time. In his heartfelt acceptance speech, Yandel expressed gratitude to fellow artists who’ve collaborated with him all through his illustrious profession, reflecting on the shared journey and camaraderie inside the Latin music trade.