Picture the classic 3 a.m. scenario: your phone buzzing, the nightclub lights fading, and courage pouring straight from the bottom of a bottle. In “Borracho” (Spanish for drunk), Puerto Rican star Jay Wheeler joins Mexico’s Reik and Dominican singer Chris Lebrón to confess every raw feeling that sobriety usually keeps hidden. Tipsy honesty becomes the song’s driving force as the narrator dials his ex, admitting he’s “the biggest jerk” and owning up to the loneliness that hit harder than any shot of tequila. With the alcohol soaring “like an airplane,” he finds himself crashing into memories, begging her to use this moment to ask anything because, for once, his ego is silent and he cannot lie.
Behind the catchy reggaeton-pop groove lies a vulnerable plea for a second chance. Each verse circles the same pattern: more shots, another call, the hope that she’ll pick up on camera so he can see if she still wears his shirt. He’s terrified that when the buzz fades, so will his bravery, leaving him unable to reclaim “his other half.” “Borracho” captures that universal mix of regret, boldness, and late-night desperation, turning a hazy hang-over confession into a relatable anthem for anyone who has ever reached for their phone after one too many.
Jay Wheeler (born José Ángel López Martínez on April 25, 1994, in Salinas, Puerto Rico) is a Puerto Rican singer and songwriter known for his emotive voice and romantic style blending reggaeton, Latin trap, and R&B. Rising to fame after a viral video in 2016, Wheeler quickly built a dedicated fanbase and earned the nickname La Voz Favorita (The Favorite Voice).
He signed with Dynamic Records in 2018, releasing his debut album Platónico in 2019, executively produced by DJ Nelson. His follow-up album Platónicos (2020) featured the hit single "La Curiosidad" with Myke Towers, which reached number 5 on Billboard's Hot Latin Songs chart. Jay Wheeler continues to captivate audiences with heartfelt lyrics and collaborations with top Latin artists, solidifying his place in urban Latin music.