"Qué Pretendes" is a spicy late-night phone call turned lesson in self-respect. Over a hypnotic reggaetón beat, Colombian superstar J Balvin teams up with Puerto Rico’s Bad Bunny to tell an ex exactly what time it is: too late. The track is a playful but decisive clapback to someone who tries to slide back in after being deleted from every social network. Balvin and Bunny expose the ex’s tricks – seductive calls, nostalgia, promises of wild nights – then slam the door with catchy one-liners that drip with swagger and humor.
Behind the club-ready rhythm lies a message any learner can relate to: guard your peace, know your worth, and never let old flames burn you twice. While the chorus repeats the question “¿Qué pretendes tú llamándome a esta hora?”, the answer becomes crystal clear – the caller only wants mischief, and the singers have already moved on. It is a modern break-up anthem packed with social media references, street slang, and bold confidence that turns heartbreak into a dance-floor celebration.
José Álvaro Osorio Balvín, known as J Balvin, is a pioneering Colombian reggaeton singer born in Medellín in 1985. Bursting onto the music scene in 2004, Balvin is recognized as one of the best-selling Latin artists with over 35 million records sold worldwide.
Known for hits like "6 AM," "Ay Vamos," and "Mi Gente," he has transformed reggaeton into a global phenomenon while staying true to his Spanish roots. J Balvin's eclectic style blends urbano, Latin pop, and trap, influenced by rock legends like Metallica and Nirvana, as well as icons like Daddy Yankee.
With multiple Latin Grammy Awards and Billboard Latin Music Awards under his belt, Balvin continues to break records — becoming the first Latino to headline major music festivals such as Coachella. His vibrant music and fashion make him a standout figure, dedicated to spreading Latin music worldwide.