In "Suerte", J Balvin paints the picture of a lovesick narrator who has suddenly found himself single and reflective. Now that he is “free como Tempo,” he realizes how much he still craves the presence of an old flame. He scrolls through memories, asks for the ubi (location) of her feelings, and wonders why her friends – and even her mom – seem to be against him. The lyrics bounce between playful swagger and genuine vulnerability: one moment he compares her to a Nobel Prize in literature, the next he admits that without her he no longer laughs at jokes.
At its heart, the song is a plea to destiny. Balvin says he has “put all the cards on the table” and now leaves the outcome to la suerte (luck). Despite her new relationship and the distance created when she emigrated, he sees signs that she still checks up on him. The repeated line “Me hace tanta falta verte, comerte” captures the mix of romantic longing and physical desire that fuels the track. By weaving in modern references like La Casa de Papel (Tokyo and Río), Balvin turns a timeless heartbreak story into a relatable, contemporary anthem where hope, nostalgia, and rhythm keep the listener dancing while rooting for love’s second chance.
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.