Karol G Embraces Mariachi Soul for Passionate Latin Grammys Performance

Karol G performed “Ese Hombre Es Malo” at the 2026 Latin Grammys, accompanied by a large mariachi band. Wearing a gold charro suit with a long train, she delivered the song in a style that reflected its original recording and highlighted her range as a performer.

The track, from her album *Tropicoqueta*, was recorded live in Guadalajara with 57 instruments and was inspired by Juan Gabriel’s live album at Bellas Artes. It was nominated for Best Regional Song, while Karol G received seven nominations overall, including Album of the Year; her collaboration with Marco Antonio Solís, “Coleccionando Heridas”, was also nominated for Song and Record of the Year.