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Who Are The Record Of The Year Nominees At The 2021 Latin GRAMMYs Awards? Find Out Here

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Ahead of the 2021 Latin GRAMMYs, GRAMMY.com dives into the nominations for the Record Of The Year category. Get to know records from Camilo, Pablo Alborán, Rauw Alejandro, Marc Anthony, Paula Arenas, C. Tangana, Caetano Veloso, and more.
Lucas Villa
Latin GRAMMYs
Nov 15, 2021 - 2:50 pm

At the 2021 Latin GRAMMYs this week, Latin music fans will find out who will take home the coveted Record Of The Year award, which recognizes the artists, producers, recording engineers, and mixers and mastering engineers behind some of the biggest records this season. Ahead of the 22nd Latin GRAMMY Awards, which air Thursday, Nov. 18, GRAMMY.com dives into the records nominated for one of the most anticipated award shows this year.

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"Si Hubieras Querido" - Pablo Alborán

Since his Best New Artist nomination at the 2011 Latin GRAMMYs, Pablo Alborán has racked up 23 career nominations. He earned four of those nominations this year, including in the Big Three categories: Record of the Year, Song of the Year and Album of the Year. "Si Hubieras Querido" (or "If You'd Have Wanted") marks the Spanish singer-songwriter's sixth nomination for Record of the Year. The sultry track was helmed by Colombian producer Julio Reyes Copello, who has multiple GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY awards to his name. Here, Alborán channels his hypnotic voice to take the lust and longing of the Vértigo standout to irresistible places.

"Todo De Ti" - Rauw Alejandro

Rauw Alejandro received his first Latin GRAMMY nomination last year for Best New Artist. Even though he didn't win, he proved himself to be one to watch, and his three nominations this year, including for Song of the Year and Record of the Year, bear that out. While Alejandro is known for his reggaeton and Latin trap hits, pop smash "Todo De Ti" (or "All of You") shows an added layer of versatility. The Puerto Rican singer-songwriter produced the song with his longtime collaborator Luis J. González, a.k.a. Mr. NaisGai. The duo dialed it back to the eighties with disco and funk influences that made "Todo De Ti" a summertime anthem.  

"Un Amor Eterno" (Versión Balada) - Marc Anthony

Marc Anthony is a veteran of the Latin GRAMMYs, dating back to the award show's inception in 2000. The Nuyorican icon has seven Latin GRAMMY Awards to his name (and three GRAMMY Awards), and is no stranger to the Record of the Year category. He previously won the award in 2013 for his salsa music anthem "Vivir Mi Vida." This year, he's nominated for Record of the Year for "Un Amor Eterno" (or "Eternal Love"), the standout from his latest album, Opus,. A ballad version of the track was helmed by Copello (who is nominated for a second time here) and Venezuelan producer Motiff. Piano and strings back Anthony's powerful performance as he sings about a romance that's out of this world.

"A Tu Lado" - Paula Arenas

Paula Arenas was nominated for her first Latin GRAMMY Award in 2017 for Best New Artist. This year, Arenas received four nominations, including for the Big Three for Song of the Year, Album of the Year and Record of the Year. (She's tied with Mon Laferte and Nathy Peluso as the most-nominated female artists this year.)  Arenas' "A Tu Lado" (or "By Your Side") was helmed by Colombian producers María Elisa Ayerbe and Sebastián Mejía. In 2019, Ayerbe was honored by the Latin Recording Academy as one of Leading Ladies of Entertainment. Arenas' tender love song is soundtracked with the gentle strum of a guitar — making the fact that the song was inspired by her husband, Beto Pérez, all the sweeter.

Read: How To Watch The 2022 GRAMMYs Awards Show Nominations Livestream Event

"Bohemio" - Andrés Calamaro & Julio Iglesias

Argentine rocker Andrés Calamaro has five Latin GRAMMY Awards to his name. For his song "Bohemio," Calamaro teamed up with Spanish icon Julio Iglesias, who previously won a GRAMMY and received the Lifetime Achievement Award in 1998. Chilean producer Carlos Narea helmed the collaboration, which embraces a jazzier sound that still maintains Calamaro's Latin edge. With Iglesias, he sings about a woman named Bohemio who has them both absolutely captivated. The song's passionate performances show that Calamaro and Iglesiashave the same effect on the listener.

"Vida De Rico" - Camilo

Camilo won his first Latin GRAMMY Award last year for Best Pop Song. And after a GRAMMY Award nomination this year, he's now the most-nominated artist at the 2021 Latin GRAMMY Awards with 10 nominations, including the Big Three of Album of the Year, Song of the Year and Record of the Year. The Colombian singer-songwriter worked on "Vida De Rico" (or "Rich Person's Life") with Mexican hit-maker Edgar "Edge" Barrera, who is also nominated for Producer of the Year. The track finds Camilo leaning into his quirkiness as an artist by putting a pop twist on cumbia music, making this heartfelt love song all the more adorable.

"Suéltame, Bogotá" - Diamante Eléctrico

Since 2015, Colombian rock band Diamante Eléctrico have won three Latin GRAMMY Awards,and received four more nominations this year, including in the Song of the Year and Record of the Year categories. "Suéltame, Bogotá" (or "Let Me Go, Bogotá") was helmed by frontman Juan Galeano and Colombian producer Andrés Rebellón, and embraces a more funk-influenced sound in the standout from Mira Lo Que Me Hiciste Hacer. Diamante Eléctrico tap into their sensual side as they surrender themselves to a whirlwind romance.

"Amén" - Ricardo Montaner, Mau y Ricky, Camilo & Evaluna Montaner

Ricardo Montaner is an Argentine icon who received the Latin GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award in 2016. His single nominated this year, "Amén", is a family affair featuring his sons, Venezuelan duo Mau y Ricky, his daughter Evaluna Montaner, and his son-in-law Camilo. The elder Montaner helmed the song with Colombian producer Richi López, who won Best Pop Song last year with Camilo. In the song, the Montaners and Camilo are facing dark times that they illuminate through their united front and powerful performances, stirring piano and guitar making the family's prayers to God all the more moving.   

"Dios Así Lo Quiso" - Ricardo Montaner & Juan Luis Guerra

Montaner is nominated for a second time in the Song of the Year category with "Dios Así Lo Quiso" (or "God Wanted It That Way"), here teaming up with Dominican icon Juan Luis Guerra, who has multiple GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY awards to his name. Montaner helmed the song with brothers Davand Johnny Julca (also known as XAXO) and Venezuelan producer Yasmil Marrufo. Montaner and Guerra sing about their heaven-sent romances over salsa music with a light, Latin pop touch, proving to be a dream team.

"Te Olvidaste" - C. Tangana & Omar Apollo

In 2018 and 2019, C. Tangana won four Latin GRAMMY Awards for his work on Rosalía's El Mal Querer album. This year, the Spanish rapper is nominated for five awards for his breakthrough album El Madrileño, including Album of the Year and Record of the Year. In the album's standout track, "Te Olvidaste" (or "You Forgot"), C. Tangana erred on the alternative edge of Latin music by teaming up with Mexican-American singer Omar Apollo. C. Tangana helmed the song with longtime collaborator Alizzz, Argentine veteran Rafa Arcaute, and rising producer Federico Vindver. C. Tangana's swagger meets Apollo's soulful voice, making "Te Olvidaste" a fresh, unforgettable collaboration.

"Talvez" - Caetano Veloso & Tom Veloso

Caetano Veloso is a Brazilian legend, a singer-songwriter with multiple GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY awards to his name. For "Talvez" (or "Maybe"), Veloso teamed up with his son, Tom, and their collaboration is the only nominee in the Record of the Year category sung in Portuguese. Co-produced by Mário Adnet and Cézar Mendes, "Talvez" finds father and son sharing a tender moment in a charming love song with a multi-generational reach. 

The 2021 Latin GRAMMYs, hosted by Ana Brenda Contreras, Carlos Rivera and Roselyn Sánchez, will air live on Univision on Thursday, Nov. 18, at 8 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. CT). It will also air on cable channel TNT at 19.00 (MEX) / 20.00 (PAN-COL) / 21.00 (VEN) / 22.00 (ARG/CHI), and on Televisa on Channel 5. Learn more about the 2021 Latin GRAMMYs Awards via the Latin Recording Academy's official website.

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Caetano Veloso & Tom Veloso Win Record Of The Year | 2021 Latin GRAMMYs Awards

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The Brazilian icon shares his first Record of the Year win with his 24-year-old son Tom for their song 'Talvez'
Taylor Weatherby
Latin GRAMMYs
Nov 18, 2021 - 7:51 pm

Caetano Veloso and his son Tom Veloso won the Latin GRAMMY for Record Of The Year at the 2021 Latin GRAMMYs Awards for their song "Talvez." The father/son duo bested fellow nominees Pablo Alborán, Rauw Alejandro, Marc Anthony, Paula Arenas, Andrés Calamaro & Julio Iglesias, Camilo, Diamente Eléctrico, Ricardo Montaner, Mau y Ricky & Evaluna Montaner, Ricardo Montaner & Juan Luis Guerra, and C. Tangana & Omar Apollo.

The Brazilian legend recruited his 24-year-old son for "Talvez" (or "Maybe"), a charming love song with a multi-generational reach. The song was the only Record of the Year nominee sung entirely in Portuguese. 

Though Caetano now has a total of 13 Latin GRAMMYs to his name, his latest win marks a special moment in his career: Not only is it shared with his son, but it's his first Record of the Year win.

Stay tuned to GRAMMY.com for updates from the 2021 Latin GRAMMYs Awards.

The 2021 Latin GRAMMYs, hosted by Ana Brenda Contreras, Carlos Rivera and Roselyn Sánchez, will air live on Univision on Thursday, Nov. 18, at 8 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. CT). It will also air on cable channel TNT at 19.00 (MEX) / 20.00 (PAN-COL) / 21.00 (VEN) / 22.00 (ARG/CHI), and on Televisa on Channel 5. Learn more about the 2021 Latin GRAMMYs Awards via the Latin Recording Academy's official website.

Check out all the complete 2021 Latin GRAMMYs Awards winners and nominees list here.

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Get To Know The Song Of The Year Nominees At The 2021 Latin GRAMMYs Awards: Tainy And J Balvin, Carlos Vives And Ricky Martin, Maluma, Rauw Alejandro, Camilo & More

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Latin superstars of past and present make up the Song of the Year category for the 2021 Latin GRAMMYs. Get familiar with tracks from Maluma, J Balvin and Tainy, Pablo Alborán, Carlos Vives and Ricky Martin, and more.
Lucas Villa
Latin GRAMMYs
Nov 17, 2021 - 2:47 pm

For the first time in Latin GRAMMYs history, 12 songs are competing for the Song of the Year honor. With the caliber of nominees ranging from Latin icons like Juan Luis Guerra to hit-making rising stars such as Camilo, it’s no surprise why the category is bigger than ever.

Latin music fans will find out who will take home the coveted Song of the Year award — which recognizes the songwriters behind some of the biggest hits this season — at the 2021 Latin GRAMMYs on Thursday, Nov. 18. Before the show, take a deeper look into the songs nominated this year.

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"A Tu Lado" - Paula Arenas

Paula Arenas is nominated for four Latin GRAMMY Awards this year, including her first for Song of the Year. She penned "A Tu Lado" (or "By Your Side") with fellow Colombian songwriter María Elisa Ayerbe, who also produced the song. In the tender ballad, Arenas beautifully sings about supporting her partner through their life together. The lyrics were inspired by her husband, Beto Pérez, who has stood by her as her star has risen. The love song is a standout from her 2019 album Visceral, but was officially released as a single earlier this year.

"A Veces" - Diamante Eléctrico

Colombian rock band Diamante Eléctrico have previously won three Latin GRAMMY Awards, but this year marks their first nominations in the Record of the Year and Song of the Year categories. Their SOTY candidate, "A Veces" (or "Sometimes"), is a vulnerable moment on the band's album Mira Lo Que Me Hiciste Hacer, as frontman Juan Galeano sings about navigating through life's contradictions. The delicate ballad — which was penned by all three of the Diamante Eléctrico members — masterfully pinpoints indecision with absolute lyrical precision.

"Agua" - Tainy and J Balvin

Puerto Rican producer Marco "Tainy" Masís and Colombian superstar J Balvin made a splash last year with "Agua," (or "Water") a track written for The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge On The Run. Bringing refreshing nautical wordplay with a naughty edge, J Balvin and Tainy put a reggaeton spin on the classic Spongebob theme song and adapted it into an anthem for all ages. The feel-good collaboration was penned by a team that included Colombia's Juan Camilo Vargas, Kevyn "Keityn" Cruz, and Alejandro "Sky Rompiendo" Ramírez, as well as Puerto Rican singer Jhay Cortez (the show's late creator, Stephen Hillenburg — who wrote the theme’s original lyrics — is also part of the nomination). 

"Canción Bonita" - Carlos Vives and Ricky Martin

Latin GRAMMY veterans Carlos Vives and Ricky Martin joined forces for the first time for the uplifting "Canción Bonita" (or "Beautiful Song"). The icons' worlds collided, with the vallenato of Vives' Colombian roots meeting the reggaeton-pop of Martin's Puerto Rican background. The lyrics for the Song of the Year nominee were just as colorful, with this dream duo highlighting the beauty of Puerto Rico, an island that Vives has also called home. Vives and Martin co-penned the bright track alongside Argentine veteran Rafa Arcaute and “Despacito” producers Mauricio Rengifo and Andrés Torres.

Related: How & What Time To Watch The 2021 Latin GRAMMYs Awards: A Viewer's Guide On Where You Can Watch The Biggest Night In Latin Music

"Dios Así Lo Quiso" - Ricardo Montaner & Juan Luis Guerra

Former Latin GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award winner Ricardo Montaner celebrates a Song of the Year and Record of the Year nomination this year, both for "Dios Así Lo Quiso" (or "God Wanted It That Way"). In the heartfelt ballad, the Argentine icon teamed up with Dominican legend Juan Luis Guerra for their first collaboration. Montaner and Guerra sing about their heaven-sent romances over salsa music with a light, Latin-pop touch. Montaner and Guerra co-wrote the soaring love song with Camilo, brother duo Dav and Johnny Julca, and Yasmil Marrufo.

"Hawái" - Maluma

Colombian superstar Maluma took the world on vacation with him on last year's smash "Hawái." In the standout from his Papi Juancho album, he tackled heartbreak in the age of social media. He masterfully masked his heartache with one of the dreamiest destinations on the planet, taking fans on an emotional trip accented by his signature flirty flow. He wrote the charming Song of the Year nominee with his longtime collaborators, The RUDEBOYZ (Kevin Jiménez and Bryan Lezcano). Hitmakers Edgar "Edge" Barrera and Kevyn "Keityn" Cruz also had a hand in writing the tune, which had a total of 10 co-writers.

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"Mi Guitarra" - Javier Limón, Juan Luis Guerra & Nella

GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY winner Javier Limón is most known for his flamenco-infused songs that won him Producer of the Year at the Latin GRAMMYs in 2004. Earning his first Song of the Year nomination this year, it’s evident that the Spanish musician’s songs are still connecting nearly 20 years later. Though Limón penned "Mi Guitarra" (or "My Guitar") by himself, he invited Juan Luis Guerra and Venezuelan singer Nella to bring his heartfelt ode to the timeless instrument to life. Limón's lyrics paint a beautiful picture of his love for making music.

"Patria Y Vida" - Yotuel, Gente De Zona, Descemer Bueno, Maykel Osorbo & El Funky

Cuban artist Yotuel rounded up his compatriots Gente De Zona, Descemer Bueno, Maykel Osorbo, and El Funky to write an anthem that gave hope to the people of Cuba amid the country's political turmoil. The guys flipped the Cuban Revolution mantra of "Patria Y Muerte" (or "Country and Death") into the empowering "Patria Y Vida" (or "Country and Life"). The message made an impact: In July, Cuban citizens played Yotuel's collaboration in the streets as they protested against the country's communist rule. Yotuel and his collaborators wrote the song with Latin GRAMMY winner Yadam González and Spanish songwriter Beatriz Luengo.

"Que Se Sepa Nuestro Amor" - Mon Laferte & Alejandro Fernández

Mon Laferte originally hails from Chile, but the singer-songwriter’s career blossomed after she moved to Mexico City. She gave regional Mexican music an alternative edge with her album Seis, a love letter to her home away from home. In the LP's standout track, "Que Se Sepa Nuestro Amor" (or "Let Our Love Be Known"), she recruited Mexican singer Alejandro Fernández. In the mariachi-infused scorcher, Laferte and Fernández trade verses about their secret romance, a love that she's ready to shout from the rooftops. Laferte’s co-writer on the track is another Mexican star, contemporary singer-songwriter El David Aguilar.

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"Si Hubieras Querido" - Pablo Alborán

Pablo Alborán is no stranger to Latin GRAMMY nominations, as he has had 23 in his career. The Spanish singer-songwriter looks to notch his first win this year, as he’s up for Song of the Year, Record of the Year, Album of the Year, and Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album. The sultry "Si Hubieras Querido" (or "If You'd Have Wanted") — Alborán’scontender in both the Song and Record of the Year categories — runs through the "what ifs" of a relationship that ran its course with longing and lustful lyrics (“We were the envy of so many/ Now I envy those who looked at us,” he laments in Spanish). Alborán wrote the Vértigo standout with Nicolás "Na'vi" De La Espriella, Diana Fuentes, and Julio Reyes Copello.

"Todo De Ti" - Rauw Alejandro

Following a Best New Artist nod in 2020, Rauw Alejandro added Record of the Year and Song of the Year to his list of Latin GRAMMY nominations thanks to “Todo De Ti.” While Alejandro is known for his reggaeton and Latin trap hits, he embraced disco-influenced pop with "Todo De Ti" (or "All of You"). The Puerto Rican pop star played up his smooth-operator persona with irresistible lyrics that sing his partner's praises. Alejandro co-wrote the summertime anthem with his longtime collaborator Luis J. González (aka Mr. NaisGai), fellow Puerto Rican artist Rafael E. Pabón Navedo, and Eric Pérez Rovira.

"Vida De Rico" - Camilo

As the most-nominated artist at this year’s Latin GRAMMY Awards, Camilo scored two Song of the Year nominations: One for his part in Ricardo Montaner’s “Dios Así Lo Quiso,” and another for his own hit, “Vida De Rico.”. In "Vida De Rico" (or "Rich Person's Life"), Camilo endearingly sings about living a good life with his partner that's rich in love and not money (“I can’t give you a penny/ But I can give you a thousand kisses,” he croons in Spanish). Camilo co-wrote the quirky love song with Mexican hit-maker Edgar "Edge" Barrera, who also has two songs in this category.

The 2021 Latin GRAMMYs, hosted by Ana Brenda Contreras, Carlos Rivera and Roselyn Sánchez, will air live on Univision on Thursday, Nov. 18, at 8 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. CT). It will also air on cable channel TNT at 19.00 (MEX) / 20.00 (PAN-COL) / 21.00 (VEN) / 22.00 (ARG/CHI), and on Televisa on Channel 5. Learn more about the 2021 Latin GRAMMYs Awards via the Latin Recording Academy's official website.

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How & What Time To Watch The 2021 Latin GRAMMYs Awards: A Viewer's Guide On Where You Can Watch The Biggest Night In Latin Music

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Here's everything you need to know about the 2021 Latin GRAMMYs Awards, including who's performing and how, what time, and where you can watch the Premiere ceremony and main awards show, and much more
Taylor Weatherby
Latin GRAMMYs
Nov 16, 2021 - 6:15 pm

With the 2021 Latin GRAMMY Awards just two days away, fans and artists alike are gearing up for the Biggest Night in Latin Music on Thursday, Nov. 18.

The ceremony returns to Las Vegas at the Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay, where countless Latin stars will come together for another year of unforgettable performances and big wins.

The 22nd Latin GRAMMY Awards is themed "Rediscovering Life Through Music," inviting audiences to rediscover what's important in the day-to-day using music as a storyline.

GRAMMY.com has everything you need to know about the 2021 Latin GRAMMYs Awards, including who's performing and how, what time, and where you can watch the Premiere ceremony and main awards show, and much more.

Nominations for the 2022 GRAMMYs Awards show are officially here! See the full list of nominations.
 

How To Watch The Latin GRAMMY Premiere Ceremony

Before the 22nd Latin GRAMMY Awards kick off at 8 p.m. ET, tune into the 2021 Latin GRAMMY Premiere to see if your favorite artists won. The ceremony begins at 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT and will award 45 of the 53 Latin GRAMMY Awards categories.

Hosted by Latin GRAMMY-winning and GRAMMY-nominated singer/songwriter Kany García and actress Carolina Dieckmann, the Latin GRAMMY Premiere ceremony will see performances from current nominees Gera Demara, Nora González, Zoe Gotusso, Love of Lesbian and more. You can tune in on the Latin GRAMMYs' Facebook LIVE page and YouTube Channel.

For the second year, the Latin Recording Academy will also host a Premiere ceremony for Brazilian audiences, during which all the Portuguese language categories will be awarded.

The Brazilian ceremony will take place at 5:30 p.m. EST / 2:30 p.m. PST / 7:30 p.m. (Brasília) on the Latin GRAMMYs Facebook and YouTube pages, following the Spanish-language premiere ceremony.

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How To Watch The Latin GRAMMY Pre-Show Livestream

Ahead of the 22nd Latin GRAMMY Awards, tune into the Latin GRAMMY Pre-Show Livestream. Airing on TikTok Thurday, Nov. 18, at 2:30 p.m. PT/5:30 p.m. ET, the Latin GRAMMY Pre-Show Livestream will feature a welcome video and behind-the-scenes footage.

How & What Time & Where To Watch The 2021 Latin GRAMMY Awards

The 2021 Latin GRAMMYs will air live on Univision on Thursday, Nov. 18, at 8 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. CT). The broadcast will also air on cable channel TNT at 19.00 (MEX) / 20.00 (PAN-COL) / 21.00 (VEN) / 22.00 (ARG/CHI), and on Televisa on Channel 5. Univision can be streamed on most devices where you watch TV, including Apple TV, Roku, Google Chromecast, computers, and smartphones. For more information on how to access it, visit tv.univision.com.

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Who Is Hosting & Who Is Performing At The 2021 Latin GRAMMY Awards?

Actress/singer Ana Brenda Contreras, Mexican singer Carlos Rivera and Puerto Rican multihyphenate Roselyn Sánchez will host the 2021 Latin GRAMMYs. The star-studded show will feature performances from a wide array of Latin superstars, including a highly anticipated return from Christina Aguilera.

Aguilera, a Latin GRAMMY winner and five-time GRAMMY winner, will make her first Latin GRAMMYs appearance in more than two decades. She'll be taking the stage with Becky G and nominees Nicki Nicole and Nathy Peluso for a rendition of their new collaboration, "Pa Mis Muchachas."

That's just one of the many exciting team-ups taking place. Gloria Estefan will open the show with an electrifying three-song medley—including her 1995 hit "Abriendo Puertas" — alongside Anitta, Carlinhos Brown, Laércio da Costa, Pedro Capó, Farina, Giulia Be and Diego Torres.

Latin GRAMMY and GRAMMY winner Juanes will perform a special arrangement of Juan Gabriel's iconic song "No Tengo Dinero" with Rubén Albarrán and Meme del Real of Café Tacvba. C. Tangana — a five-time nominee this year — will join legendary artists Antonio Carmona, Diego del Morao, Jorge Drexler, Israel Fernández, La Húngara, and Natalia Lafourcade and Omar Apollo for a memorable performance.

Descemer Bueno, Gente de Zona and Yotuel are set to deliver a never-before-seen acoustic performance of "Patria y Vida," which is nominated for Song of the Year and Best Urban Song. Mon Laferte and Gloria Trevi will join La Arrolladora Banda El Limón de René Camacho and a mariachi for a powerful medley including "La Mujer," which is up for Best Pop Song.

And it doesn't stop there! Other performers include Alejandro Fernández, Bad Bunny, Banda El Recodo de Cruz Lizárraga, Calibre 50, Camilo, Danna Paola, DJ Nelson, Grupo Firme, Jay Wheeler, Juan Luis Guerra, Julio Reyes Copello, Los Dos Carnales, Maná, Myke Towers, Nella, Ozuna, Pablo Alborán, Paula Arenas, Rubén Blades, and Sergio George.

Related: Who Has The Most Latin GRAMMY Nominations This Year? 2021 Latin GRAMMYs By The Numbers

Find Out More With The 22nd Latin GRAMMY Awards Program Book

The Latin Recording Academy delivers a deeper look into this year's nominees and highlights with an interactive digital program book. At more than 100 pages, the guide includes links to Spotify playlists with music by all of the nominated artists, profiles by renowned music writers of the nominees in four General Categories, and a complete list of the 2021 nominees.

Readers can also learn more about the legendary performers receiving the Latin Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement and Trustees Awards. In addition, there's a 10-page spread on Rubén Blades, the 2021 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year, including a Q&A with the Panamanian artist as well as mementos from his career, such as handwritten lyrics of "Pedro Navaja" and "El Cantante."

The commemorative book, which offers English and Spanish coverage, is available here.

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Head over to the Latin GRAMMYs YouTube channel, where you can get to know Best New Artist nominees Marco Mares, Rita Indiana, Zoe Gotusso, Paloma Mami, Bizarrap, and Juliana Velásquez with the Primeras Veces (First Times) series. You can also watch Record of the Year nominee Pablo Alborán and Best Sertaneja Music Album nominee Michel Teló perform stripped-back versions of their biggest songs in the Latin GRAMMY Acoustic Sessions.

Elsewhere, current nominees Pedro Capó and Guaynaa share their thoughts and memories about the magical moments and invaluable experiences at the Latin GRAMMYs in the "Diario de un Nominado" ("Diary of a Nominee") series, presented by Mastercard. 

Rewatch the 2021 Leading Ladies of Entertainment event, an initiative created five years ago to honor and recognize professional and socially-conscious women within the arts and entertainment fields who have made significant contributions and inspired the next generation of female leaders. The 2021 Leading Ladies of Entertainment recipients include: Mayna Nevarez, founder & CEO, Nevarez Communications; Mia Nygren, managing director, Latin America, Spotify; Mónica Vélez, music composer; and the legendary singer/songwriter and reggaeton pioneer Ivy Queen. Rewatch the event on Facebook.

The Latin Recording Academy will also offer exclusive, behind-the-scenes coverage of the 2021 Latin GRAMMYs on its social media platforms (@LatinGRAMMYs). The livestreams will include recaps of the week's events and interviews from various locations, including the red carpet and backstage. 

For all things Latin GRAMMYs, visit the Latin Recording Academy's official website and follow @LatinGRAMMYs on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Join the conversation all week by tagging #LatinGRAMMY.

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Explore The Album Of The Year Nominees At The 2021 Latin GRAMMYs Awards: Bad Bunny, Camilo, Natalia Lafourcade, Pablo Alborán, C. Tangana & More

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Before a winner is unveiled at the 2021 Latin GRAMMYs Awards, find out more about the 10 albums up for Album Of The Year. GRAMMY.com delves into projects from Bad Bunny, Camilo, Natalia Lafourcade, Pablo Alborán, C. Tangana and more
Isabela Raygoza
Latin GRAMMYs
Nov 16, 2021 - 4:14 pm

Among the 53 categories bestowed on the Biggest Night in Latin Music, Album of the Year is one of the most highly anticipated awards of the ceremony. The 10 nominees for the 2021 Latin GRAMMYs' coveted album honor — which recognizes artists, songwriters, producers, engineers, mixers, and mastering engineers — range from Latin folk to experimental Spanish pop, and even include a tribute album from Colombian superstar Juanes.

Before tuning in to the 22nd Latin GRAMMY Awards on Thursday, Nov. 18, GRAMMY.com wants to help you become familiar with this year's nominees. Without further ado, here are the 10 Spanish- and Portuguese-language releases nominated for Album of the Year.

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Vértigo - Pablo Alborán

Laced with succulent string orchestration, Pablo Alborán's fifth album Vértigo is a luscious, passionate affair. Creating the kind of Latin pop balladry worthy of transcending across present and future generations, à la Alejandro Sanz, the Málaga-born singer-songwriter wears his heart on his sleeve, cooing about universal emotions. Also nominated for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album and Song of the Year for the sweeping "Si Hubieras Querido," Alborán ponders, "¿Cuántos universos hemos inventado?" ("How many universes have we invented?"), evincing his ability to craft musical microcosms amid a vertiginous backdrop.

Mis Amores - Paula Arenas

Paula Arenas' soul-bearing love songs find their way to the heart. A contrast to her buoyant full-length debut, Visceral, Mis Amores is a stripped-down confessional EP that reveals that less is more. Arenas delivers bare-bones songs that thrive under her acoustic guitar and piano, with the singer's warm murmur always at the centerpiece. The project sees the Bogotá musician revive the storied Colombian classic "Los Caminos de la Vida," and she dedicates a tender lullaby to her newborn child with the heartfelt "León." Intimate and profound, Mis Amores explores the numerous ways of how to love, and we are charmed.

El Último Tour del Mundo - Bad Bunny

Apocalypse arrived on Earth in El Último Tour del Mundo (The Last Tour of the World), as Bad Bunny brings a going-out-with-a-bang kind of Latin pop revolt. Alchemized by Puerto Rican-Dominican breakout producer MAG — along with super-producer Tainy — the album positions Bad Bunny as an eccentric madcap that travels across time and space to prophesize his visions of doomsday. Trekking through urbano soundscapes like Latin trap and reggaeton, El Último Tour del Mundo also brings the gleaming sounds of rock guitar in the rock en español-throwback "Maldita Pobreza" and "Te Deseo Lo Mejor." Boasting four Latin GRAMMY noms, Benito's third solo outing is the first all-Spanish release to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 in 64 years, testifying that this experimental, genre-hopping masterpiece is Armageddon pop at its best.

Salswing! - Rubén Blades y Roberto Delgado & Orquesta

2021 Latin Recording Acedemy's Person of the Year Rúben Blades and fellow Panamanian GRAMMY winners Roberto Delgado & Orquesta unleash their salsa and Latin swing prowess in full throttle. This exhilarating duo brings their musical mastery to navigate through timeless sonorous cuts that hark back to the golden age of Latin jazz bandleaders (think mambo kings Dámaso Pérez Prado and Tito Puente). Powered by a robust brass section, Salswing! revitalizes the global sounds of the big band era, helmed by a Fania All-Stars alum and a Latin pop legend.

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Mis Manos - Camilo

Long before becoming a Latin pop sensation, Camilo Echeverry — better known as Camilo — was already a prolific songwriter in his own right, co-penning the two-billion streaming smash "Sin Pijama" by Becky G and Natti Natasha. The Medellín multihyphenate played a part in the writing, producing, recording and editing of Mis Manos, and the results proved bountiful: Camilo earned ten Latin GRAMMY nods, making him the most-nominated artist this year. Maneuvering through glimmering champeta ("KESI"), somber piano pop ("Manos de Tijera"), rancheras ("Tuyo y Mío"), and a dash of sultry reggaeton ("Machu Picchu") for good measure, Camilo proves his genre versatility while never steering far from a perfectly crafted pop ditty.

Nana, Tom, Vinicius - Nana Caymmi

Brazilian chanteuse Nana Caymmi delivers a heart-rending tribute to two late icons of bossa nova: composer Tom Jobim and poet Vinicius de Moraes. Backed by a sweeping jazz orchestra, the saudade-tinged album is a poignant, yet dazzling love affair that honors the legacy of música popular brasileira. Whether enjoyed during a retro-cocktail hour, in a grand ballroom, or in private quarters, Caymmi's evocative vocals throughout Nana, Tom, Vinicius are sure to blow you away.

Privé - Juan Luis Guerra

For more than three decades, Juan Luis Guerra has continually rewritten the Latin pop playbook, blending equal parts elegance and rebellion to his native island rhythms, including merengue and bachata. The Dominican legend channels his sly tropical splendor on Privé, as exemplified in the opener "Las Avispas." Carefully arranged with acoustic instrumentation, the album—which features two new cuts and three reimagined Guerra classics—highlights the various shades of smooth listening en español, from blues to classical configurations. Produced by Janina Rosado, the five-track EP closes with a downtempo jazz remake of his debut single, 1989's "Ojalá Que Llueva Café," propelled by Guerra's pristine voice.  

Origen - Juanes

Drawing from his eclectic musical past to inform his forward-thinking renditions, Juanes elevates his deep affinity for hard rock and Latin folklore on Origen. The Medellín native embarks on a quest to reclaim his musical roots, honoring the legends who came before him with covers of 12 songs by different artists. It all starts in his beloved Colombia, where Juanes riffs through the invigorating salsa hook of Joe Arroyo's manifesto ("La Rebelión"). He time travels to tango territory in Carlos Gardel's "Volver," and climbs up the Andes to uncover Julio Jaramillo's beautiful boleros with "Nuestro Juramento." He eventually makes his way towards the Caribbean to embrace Bob Marley's reggae on "Could You Be Loved" and Juan Luis Guerra's mesmerizing merengue ("La Bilirrubina"), before crossing over to the all-American rock of Bruce Springsteen's "Dancing in the Dark." Juanes' ninth album captures his own personal nostalgia while reinventing himself in a thrilling way.

Un Canto Por México, Vol. II - Natalia Lafourcade

As Natalia Lafourcade put together her previous project, 2020's Latin GRAMMY-winning album Un Canto Por México, Vol. 1, she realized that a second volume was appropriate to make this collection complete. Initially born as a benefit album to rebuild a son jarocho cultural center in her native Veracruz, the album became a beacon of hope for Mexican pride and culture. On Vol. II, Lafourcade starts with the hauntingly stunning fable of "La Llorona," displaying a bewitching coo with complete serenity. She unites with Pepe Aguilar for a mariachi tribute ("Cien Años"), and displays her huapango skills alongside Aida Cuevas ("Luz de Luna"). Veracruz icons Los Cojolites turn up the scene with an arsenal of jarana guitars, as Caetano Veloso, Jorge Drexler, and Rubén Blades bring international appeal to famous Mexican odes, finely reconfigured by Lafourcade.

El Madrileño - C. Tangana

On his third full-length album El Madrileño, C. Tangana fuels his creative agency by introspecting within his culture, informing an all-encompassing Ibero-American masterpiece. Genre-hopping from Spanish copla to postmodern art pop and Latin folklore, the 31-year-old maverick brings together an array of brilliant stars of past, present, and future. Cuban son legend Eliades Ochoa adds his genius on "Muriendo de Envidia," while Tangana invites Argentine rock storyteller Andrés Calamaro for a riveting outing on "Hong Kong," assisted by Uruguay's Jorge Drexler. Then there's the twinkling, lovelorn "Te Olvidaste," a duet with Chicano soul revivalist Omar Apollo that is up for Record of the Year. With captivating twists and turns in every track, C. Tangana's El Madrileño contains the qualities of an ambitious record that will surely stand the test of time in Hispanophone pop. 

The 2021 Latin GRAMMYs, hosted by Ana Brenda Contreras, Carlos Rivera and Roselyn Sánchez, will air live on Univision on Thursday, Nov. 18, at 8 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. CT). It will also air on cable channel TNT at 19.00 (MEX) / 20.00 (PAN-COL) / 21.00 (VEN) / 22.00 (ARG/CHI), and on Televisa on Channel 5. Learn more about the 2021 Latin GRAMMYs Awards via the Latin Recording Academy's official website.

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