Cuban vocalist Danay Suárez has announced that her song "Yo Aprendí," one of her signature tracks, has been included in Karol G's newest album. This collaboration emerged from a chance meeting in Spain and marks a role reversal for a partnership with a history.
On July 18, Danay shared this exciting news via a video on her Instagram account, where she expressed her enthusiasm about how this collaboration came to be, describing it as one of the most significant milestones in her career.
"I am incredibly thrilled because it's a song I first heard at the 2017 Latin Grammys. No matter how often I listen to it, I never tire of it because it continues to offer personal insights," the artist explained.
Originally part of Danay Suárez's album "Polvo de la Humedad," "Yo Aprendí" already had a connection with the Colombian singer. Karol G included it as track 16 on her 2019 album "Ocean," featuring Danay as a guest artist. This time, the roles are reversed, with Danay's song welcoming Karol G as a collaborator.
The Cuban artist admitted that she had long wanted to propose this collaboration to Karol G, but insecurity held her back. "I never had the courage to approach Anaís Suárez, the original artist of the song, because I always wanted it on my album. I kept wondering if she even knew my music or if she'd ever listen to what I create," she confessed.
Chance Encounter in Spain
The turning point occurred when Karol G was in Spain and saw Danay participating as a co-coach on "La Voz España." A message Danay delivered on the show had a profound impact on the Colombian star, prompting her to reach out. "She saw me one day, and something I said moved her, so she wrote to me," Danay recounted.
That message arrived just when Danay was finalizing her album. "When I was wrapping up the album, she sent me a message saying how much my words on 'La Voz' affected her. She said it touched her and that she was delighted for the world to see that side of Karol G," Danay narrated.
Seizing the moment, Danay didn't hesitate to propose the collaboration: "It was the perfect opportunity to tell her that I was finalizing my album, loved her song, and felt that together we could create something with a significant purpose."
Danay Suárez stands as one of the most prominent female voices from Cuba, with influences spanning rap, hip hop, jazz, and traditional Cuban music. In 2017, her album "Palabras Manuales" garnered four Latin Grammy nominations, including Best New Artist and Album of the Year.
Meanwhile, Karol G has achieved tremendous success. Her album "Tropicoqueta," released in June 2025, debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 with 57,000 equivalent units in its first week and reached the top spot on the Top Latin Albums chart.
In conclusion, Danay expressed her pride in this collaboration: "It's a gesture of respect, welcoming her home, and acknowledging her presence."
FAQs on Danay Suárez and Karol G's Collaboration
How did Danay Suárez and Karol G's collaboration come about?
The collaboration emerged from a chance encounter in Spain, where Karol G saw Danay Suárez on "La Voz España" and was moved by her words, leading her to reach out and propose working together.
What makes "Yo Aprendí" significant to Danay Suárez?
"Yo Aprendí" is significant to Danay Suárez as it is one of her emblematic songs, offering her continuous personal insights since she first heard it at the 2017 Latin Grammys.
What recent achievements has Karol G accomplished?
Karol G's album "Tropicoqueta," released in June 2025, debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 and topped the Top Latin Albums chart, marking a successful year for the artist.