Karol G pays tribute to Selena with her new cumbia ‘Mi Ex Tenía Razón’

Karol G – Mi Ex Tenía Razón (Official Video)
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Karol G, the Colombian reggaeton star, has released a new song that honors the late Tejano icon, Selena. The song, titled “Mi Ex Tenía Razón” (My Ex Was Right), features a cumbia vibe reminiscent of the ’90s hits of the Queen of Cumbia.

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Karol G has expressed her admiration for Selena many times, calling her a role model and an inspiration. In an interview with Billboard, she said: “Selena is a legend. She marked my life in many ways. She taught me to be proud of who I am, of my roots, of my culture. She taught me to love music with passion and to put my heart into everything I do.”

“Mi Ex Tenía Razón” is an homage to Selena’s legacy and a celebration of her music. Karol G said she wanted to create a song that would make people dance and feel good, while also honoring the Latin music legend.

She shared via Instagram: “This song is my baby! A musical style that I have followed and admired all my life and with a special dedication to an artist who made me believe that someday everything that happens to me today, could be possible. Selena Quintanilla, I love you!”

The visual for the track features Karol G wearing a Selena t-shirt.

You can listen to “Mi Ex Tenía Razón” on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and other streaming platforms. Let us know what you think of Karol G’s tribute to Selena in the comments below.

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