Karol G Drops 'Alguien Que Te Amaba' Co-Written By Pete Astudillo

Over the weekend, Reggaeton and Latin artist Karol G dropped a new single with a total Tejano Cumbia vibe. The new single, "Alguien Que Te Amaba," was co-written by Tejano icon Pete Astudillo.

@marthamarialopeztv Karol G worked with Selena Quintanilla Pérez’s former producer, Pete Astudillo, on “Alguien Que Te Amaba,” and suddenly that Selena-inspired cumbia sound makes so much sense. And did you catch the possible Feid reference?! What did you think of the song? What did you think of the story behind it? And how are you feeling about the album so far? Let me know in the comments below and, as always… I’ll definitely do the same. #KarolG #Selena #bichota #AlguienQueTeAmaba #Feid @Karol G @Bichota Records ♬ original sound - Martica | Reporter & Music Pro

Karol has always wanted to work with Pete Astudillo.

The song is a true representation of the Tejano cumbia style! Karol G has always been a huge fan of Selena. In fact, Karol performs Selena songs during live concerts. Karol had always dreamed of working with Pete Astudillo. Karol mentioned this to her composer and producer, Edgar Barrera, and the rest is history.

Okay, here comes the online discussions.

Now the discussions have erupted online about Karol G not being a Tejano artist and how she is trying to 'hijack' Tejano music. The other side of the argument is Tejano fans; this kind of exposure is what Tejano music needs to progress. The YouTube video has over 700K views in less than three days.

What are your thoughts on Becky G releasing a Tejano cumbia?

This is the same conversation that was had when Grupo Frontera came onto the scene and took over. Let us know your thoughts by messaging us in the app.

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I will be one who is happy to add Karol to the rotation, alongside artists like David Lee Garza, Mazz, Asalto, Lucky Joe, De Parranda, and Los Delta Boyz. There is room for all flavors of Tejano.