Payaso x Ley is over the moon with excitement after receiving the thrilling news that his track "Secreto (Remix)" has been nominated for the 2026 Premios Juventud in the Best Dance Track category.
The Havana-born artist, who grew up in El Cerro, shared his joy on Instagram with the powerful declaration, "From El Cerro to the World." In his reel, he urged his followers to cast their votes for him on the award's official website, where he faces off against major artists like Shakira, Rauw Alejandro, Eladio Carrión, Farruko, and Becky G, among others.
"Hey, my beautiful people, I'm super happy and excited. My team and I woke up to the news that we've been nominated for the 2026 Premios Juventud," the artist expressed in his post.
"Secreto (Remix)" features a collaboration with Spanish artists Nyno Vargas and Omar Montes, as well as Ernesto Losa, Jeyy Lucas, Richard Morales, and Elebbara. The single was released a few months ago.
This nomination marks a significant moment in a year of remarkable growth for Payaso x Ley, especially after going viral with "Un Tin," a track that blends operatic singing with Cuban reparto, sparking widespread online debate over the authenticity of his voice.
But Payaso x Ley isn't the only Cuban artist making waves. Cuban music is making a strong presence at this year’s awards with several representatives.
Bebeshito, a standout in the reparto genre, makes history as the first Cuban reparto artist nominated in the Best New Male Generation category. He cemented his status by drawing a crowd of 20,000 at Miami's Pitbull Stadium, establishing himself as a key figure in his genre.
Gente de Zona is in the running for Favorite Group or Duo of the Year, competing alongside Maná, Reik, Morat, and Rawayana. Meanwhile, Cuban-American star Pitbull is nominated for OMG Collaboration with "Damn I Love Miami," recorded with Lil Jon.
The 2026 Premios Juventud will take place on September 3 at the Starlite Amphitheater in Marbella, Spain, marking the first time in its 23-year history that the event is held outside the Americas. Winners in the 50 available categories will be determined by public voting.
So remember: get your votes in!
Key Questions About the 2026 Premios Juventud
What song by Payaso x Ley is nominated for the 2026 Premios Juventud?
Payaso x Ley's song "Secreto (Remix)" is nominated in the Best Dance Track category.
Who are some of the notable artists Payaso x Ley is competing against?
He is up against renowned artists such as Shakira, Rauw Alejandro, Eladio Carrión, Farruko, and Becky G.
Where will the 2026 Premios Juventud ceremony be held?
The ceremony will be hosted at the Starlite Amphitheater in Marbella, Spain.