Bachata

Bachata is a genre of Latin American music characterized by its distinctive rhythm, typically in 4/4 time with a strong emphasis on the second and third beats, and often featuring romantic, melancholic lyrics. Originating in the Dominican Republic in the 1960s, bachata evolved from traditional folk music, incorporating elements of bolero, son, and merengue. The genre gained popularity in the 1980s and 1990s, particularly among working-class communities, as a expression of love, heartache, and everyday life. Bachata's cultural significance lies in its raw emotional intensity, poetic lyrics, and the way it reflects the struggles and hopes of the Dominican people. With its fusion of traditional and modern styles, bachata has influenced and been influenced by other genres, such as salsa, reggaeton, and Latin pop. Notable for its soulful, heartfelt vocals and the prominent use of the güira, tambora, and guitar, bachata has become a staple of Latin music, with its unique blend of traditional roots and contemporary sensibilities captivating audiences worldwide.

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La Boda (Me Arrepentí)
Single - Released August 22, 2025

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Aldo Arturo
Alex Bueno
Alex Rios
Angel Lopez
Angi Fire
Barry B
Bayriton
Bebefinn en Español
Benja Valencia
Bernie Rosa
Bruno Castro
Candelita
Cayro Music
Chino El Gorila
Chris Lebron
Christian Alicea
Chus Santana
Chusi
DJ RAFA DO PR
Dani J
David Zahan
Debi Nova
Delgao
DerekVinci
Deyco
Diego Narvaez
Dj Adoni
Donaty
Dylan Carbone
ELENA ROSE
Edu Requejo
El Arroyo Pa
El Blachy
El Cata
El High
Ele A
Elyssa Figueroa
Eric Chacón
Fran C
Frank Miami
Gaitanes
Grupo Asere
Guanuche
Guayabo
HALÉ
HDR
Heredero
JEYSON
JJ Fuentes
Jabriell
Jader
Jay Roxxx
Jay Vázquez
Jaz
Jean Carlos Quintero
Joelii
Johnny Rivera
Joshua Josué
Juan Luis Guerra 4.40
Juandi
Julio Ade
Kiko Rodriguez
LEVELSANTANA
La Banda Gorda
La S
Laura Maré
Laura Sofía
Lewis Somes
Los Del Ki Records
Los Money Makers
Los Rumberos
Los del 7
Luis Mexia
MORENITA
Malalata
Manny Manuel
Mario Cola
Maxi Alvarez
Menor Richard
Miguel Bueno
Moa Rivera
Nesty
Nueva H
Rike Music
Sebastián Emilio Alvarez Parafita
Secretto
Sofia Castro
Super Joell
Talón
Tayko
Thyan V
Tobal Mj
Toño Rosario
Vicente Garcia
Yoskar Sarante
Yuriel Es Musica
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Aventura
Juan Luis Guerra 4.40
Prince Royce
Un Poco de Ruido
Lewis Somes
Valentino Merlo
ELENA ROSE
La K'onga
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CDobleta
Chris Lebron
Jandy Feliz
Adrian L Santos
Monchy & Alexandra
Fran C
Anthony Santos
Vicente Garcia
Peipper
El Mago Y La Nueva
Bryan Martínez
Zacarias Ferreira
The Academy: Segunda Misión
Los Legendarios
Raulin Rodriguez
Héctor Acosta "El Torito"
Samuel G
Gringo Bamba
Mandale Flow
Judy Santos
Luis Mexia
Nysix Music
Frank Reyes
Luis Vargas
Secretto
Xtreme
De Parranda
Bayriton
Donaty
Pablo Mas
Linton
Phontana
Tropical Panamá
Angel Lopez
Nico Valdi
Leslie Grace
Mistel Kind
Los Dorados
Jhonny Rivera
Maffio
Margarita
Luis Miguel Del Amargue
Ernesto Losa
Alex Bueno
RIZA
Lirow
Rabito
Heredero
MEL GRANDA
Tonny Tun Tun
Ms. Ambar
Grupo Extra
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LA NUEVA ESCUELA
El Cata
Gringo
Tobal Mj
Teodoro Reyes
Mr. Naisgai
Nico Hernández
Joe Veras
Enol
Elvis Martinez
Los Rumberos
Yoskar Sarante
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Toby Love
La Colectiva Élite
Ele A
Taanga Producciones
Pascal
Toño Rosario
Daniel Santacruz
Albany
Kadec Santa Anna
Elio Leiros
Sergio Torres
Cosmazul
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Luis Diseminado
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