Rival is a dramatic duet where Romeo Santos and Mario Domm turn heartbreak into a powerful declaration of self-respect. The singers ask for “un minuto de silencio” to announce a final verdict: the relationship has become a storm that drowns them rather than a safe harbor. Once madly in love, they now see each other as opponents; living together feels like “hundirse en el mar”. Instead of clinging to an eternal struggle, they choose peace, even if it means spending “a thousand years” alone.
Behind the soaring vocals and bachata-pop fusion lies a lesson about knowing when to walk away. The song reminds us that love should not turn us into enemies, and sometimes the bravest act is surrendering the fight. By repeating “No quiero ser más tu rival”, the artists invite listeners to recognize toxic patterns, set healthy boundaries, and seek calm after the storm.
Anthony "Romeo" Santos, born on July 21, 1981, in New York City, is an iconic American singer and songwriter of Dominican and Puerto Rican descent. Known as "The King of Bachata," Romeo rose to fame as the lead vocalist and songwriter for the groundbreaking bachata group Aventura, which helped bring this traditional genre to international audiences by blending it with hip hop and R&B.
Since launching his solo career in 2011, Romeo Santos has become one of the best-selling Latin artists ever, with over 24 million records sold worldwide. His music features heartfelt bachata rhythms infused with Latin pop, and he is celebrated for chart-topping hits like "Propuesta Indecente" and collaborations with artists such as Usher and Drake. With numerous sold-out shows at venues like Madison Square Garden and Yankee Stadium, Santos continues to shape Latin music and captivate fans around the globe.