El Correcto feels like a lively heart-to-heart between close friends who know each other a little too well. Reik and Carin León step into the role of the loyal confidant who kept saying “Te lo advertí” — I warned you — while their friend ran off with the wrong guy. Every line is a playful I-told-you-so, spiced up with Mexican slang, as the singers remind her that the other guy was “un pendejo” and that they were “el correcto” all along.
Behind the teasing, the song carries a warm offer of comfort. The narrator may be frustrated, but he is ready to fix her broken heart “a besitos” and prove he is the real deal. It is an upbeat pop track that mixes swagger with genuine care, encouraging listeners to spot red flags sooner and appreciate the people who truly have their back — often the ones who were right in front of them the whole time.
Reik is a Mexican pop rock band hailing from Mexicali, Baja California, formed in 2003 by Jesús Alberto Navarro Rosas (lead vocals), Julio Ramírez Eguía (guitar), and Gilberto Marín Espinoza (guitar). Known for their heartfelt lyrics and catchy melodies, the band initially captured fans with their romantic Latin pop sound through albums like their self-titled debut and "Un Día Más," which won a Latin Grammy.
Since 2015, Reik has evolved by embracing urban influences, collaborating with reggaeton stars such as Nicky Jam, Ozuna, and Maluma. This transition revitalized their music, earning them chart-topping hits like "Me Niego" and "Amigos Con Derechos," and expanding their popularity across Latin America and beyond. With multiple awards and a dynamic sound that blends pop rock and Latin urban styles, Reik continues to be a leading force in contemporary Latin music.