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Bad Bunny Releases Politically Charged Single 'Una Velita'

The song addresses the aftermath of Hurricane Maria and Puerto Rico's ongoing political challenges.

  • Bad Bunny's new single 'Una Velita' marks the seventh anniversary of Hurricane Maria, which devastated Puerto Rico in 2017.
  • The song criticizes the Puerto Rican government's response to the hurricane, highlighting ongoing issues like blackouts and infrastructure failures.
  • Bad Bunny uses his platform to encourage voter participation ahead of Puerto Rico's gubernatorial election on November 5.
  • Lyrics in 'Una Velita' reflect on the thousands of lives lost during the hurricane and criticize the ruling New Progressive Party.
  • This is Bad Bunny's first solo release since his 2023 album 'Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana,' and it comes amidst his multiple Latin Grammy nominations.
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