Essential latin hip-hop listening

The albums that define latin hip-hop.

Our picks for where to start with latin hip-hop — with a one-line read on why each one matters.

The latin hip-hop essentials

Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.

Desde el fin del mundo

Duki

Desde el fin del mundo

A vibrant tapestry of Latin trap and pop, blending catchy hooks with Duki's charismatic delivery.

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Real hasta la muerte

Anuel AA

Real hasta la muerte

A raw blend of Latin trap and reggaeton that captures the struggles and triumphs of street life.

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Behind the Bridge to Elephunk

Black Eyed Peas

Behind the Bridge to Elephunk

A vibrant mix of hip-hop and pop that fuses infectious grooves with socially conscious lyrics.

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Behind the Front

Black Eyed Peas

Behind the Front

A vibrant fusion of hip-hop and funk, underscored by engaging rhythms and infectious melodies.

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Money Is Still a Major Issue

Pitbull

Money Is Still a Major Issue

A vibrant mix of dance-pop and reggaeton that ignites the party spirit with infectious beats.

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Global Warming

Pitbull

Global Warming

A high-energy, club-ready fusion of pop and hip-hop rhythms designed to ignite dance floors worldwide.

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Talento de Barrio

Daddy Yankee

Talento de Barrio

A vibrant fusion of reggaeton rhythms and Latin hip-hop energy that captures urban life and passion.

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King Daddy

Daddy Yankee

King Daddy

A vibrant fusion of reggaeton beats and catchy hooks that radiate dancefloor energy.

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Ameri

Duki

Ameri

A vibrant fusion of Latin trap and pop rock that pulses with youthful energy and introspective lyricism.

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Emmanuel

Anuel AA

Emmanuel

A vibrant blend of reggaeton and trap, infused with personal narratives and catchy hooks.

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Jealous One's Envy

Fat Joe

Jealous One's Envy

A gritty blend of East Coast lyricism and Latin influences, underscored by hard-hitting beats and a raw narrative style.

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Jealous Ones Still Envy 2

Fat Joe

Jealous Ones Still Envy 2

A vibrant blend of catchy hooks and gritty lyrics showcasing the struggles and triumphs of urban life.

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Smoke 'Em If You Got 'Em

Cypress Hill

Smoke 'Em If You Got 'Em

A high-energy blend of hard-hitting beats and provocative lyrics that captures Cypress Hill's signature style.

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Cypress Hill III: Temples of Boom

Cypress Hill

Cypress Hill III: Temples of Boom

A gritty blend of hard-hitting beats and surreal lyricism that captures the essence of '90s hip-hop.

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Sin Vergüenza

Funky

Sin Vergüenza

Energetic reggaeton beats fuse with uplifting lyrical themes in a vibrant celebration of faith and community.

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El Enemy de los Guasíbiri

Tego Calderón

El Enemy de los Guasíbiri

A vibrant blend of reggaeton beats and socially conscious lyrics that challenges cultural norms.

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El Abayarde contraataca

Tego Calderón

El Abayarde contraataca

A vibrant blend of reggaeton rhythms and heartfelt lyrics celebrating identity and resilience.

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Dos tiempos bajo un mismo tono

Vico C

Dos tiempos bajo un mismo tono

A vibrant fusion of hip-hop rhythms and reggaeton beats layered with introspective lyrics and melodic hooks.

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Babilla

Vico C

Babilla

A vibrant fusion of Latin hip-hop and reggaeton that pulsates with infectious rhythms and personal storytelling.

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Los de Atrás Vienen Conmigo

Calle 13

Los de Atrás Vienen Conmigo

A vibrant blend of Latin rhythms, hip-hop beats, and socially conscious lyrics that pulse with cultural energy.

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Residente o Visitante

Calle 13

Residente o Visitante

A vibrant fusion of urban beats, traditional Latin rhythms, and socially conscious lyrics that energize and provoke thought.

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El Niño

Cosculluela

El Niño

A vibrant mix of reggaeton beats and introspective lyrics that capture urban life in Puerto Rico.

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Los Anormales

Héctor el Father

Los Anormales

A vibrant fusion of reggaeton rhythms and gospel-infused melodies that electrify the dance floor.

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Sangre nueva

Héctor el Father

Sangre nueva

Dynamic reggaeton beats fuse with urban rhythms, highlighting vibrant party anthems and heartfelt messages.

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