Bad Bunny, Karol G & Fuerza Regida Triumph at 2025 Billboard Latin Music Awards
The 2025 Billboard Latin Music Awards lit up Miami with unforgettable performances, emotional speeches, and historic victories as Bad Bunny, Karol G, and Fuerza Regida led the winners’ circle. The star-studded night celebrated Latin music’s explosive global impact, from reggaeton to regional Mexican and beyond.
Bad Bunny Crowned Artist of the Year
Puerto Rican icon Bad Bunny swept the awards, snagging Artist of the Year and Top Latin Album of the Year for Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana. His genre-defying sound and chart dominance proved unbeatable.
“Latin music is a movement, not just a genre,” he declared during his fiery acceptance speech. His “Monaco” performance brought the house down, blending reggaeton beats with cinematic visuals.
Karol G Breaks Records as Female Artist of the Year
Karol G made history as the first woman to win Hot Latin Song of the Year twice (“Mi Ex Tenía Razón”) and claimed Female Artist of the Year and Top Latin Rhythm Album for Mañana Será Bonito: Bichota Season.
“This is for women rewriting the rules,” she vowed, dazzling in a silver gown before launching into a medley of hits.
Fuerza Regida Revolutionizes Regional Mexican Music
The trailblazing group Fuerza Regida won Hot Latin Songs Artist of the Year (Duo/Group) and Regional Mexican Song of the Year (“Billete Grande”), fusing corridos tumbados with urban swagger.
“We’re proving regional Mexican music is the future,” they shouted, igniting the stage with a banda-backed performance.
Other Key Winners
- Peso Pluma: Male Artist of the Year
- Shakira: Tour of the Year (Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour)
- Young Miko: Best New Artist
Why This Year’s Awards Matter
The 2025 ceremony highlighted Latin music’s boundary-pushing diversity, from Bad Bunny’s global anthems to Fuerza Regida’s genre-bending corridos. With streaming records and sold-out tours, these artists prove Latin music’s dominance is here to stay.
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