Benny Blanco’s First Spanish-Language Album, ‘Hermoso’: All 8 Tracks Ranked
Billboard Español ranks all eight tracks from Benny Blanco’s first Spanish-language album, Hermoso, released on 14 August. The album marks a significant expansion for the American producer and songwriter, bringing his pop background into Latin music through collaborations with artists from several countries.
– ‘Cinco’ is ranked lowest, presented as a five-second joke-like interlude.
– ‘Te Amo’ is praised as a tender, atmospheric 41-second declaration of affection.
– ‘Ay Bendito’, featuring Mora and Ovy on the Drums, offers a breezy, tropical and flirtatious sound.
– ‘Degenere’, featuring Myke Towers, is described as a polished reggaetón centrepiece.
– The eight-track album also includes Selena Gomez, Becky G, Bb trickz, The Marías and Netón Vega.
- Benny Blanco releases his first Spanish-language album.
- Hermoso features a broad range of Latin collaborators.
- Billboard ranks its eight tracks from lowest to highest.
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Benny Blanco is an American producer and songwriter known for working behind the scenes on major pop hits, as well as releasing music under his own name. Hermoso is his first album recorded in Spanish, bringing him into closer collaboration with artists working in Latin pop, reggaetón and related styles.
The eight-song record features guests including Selena Gomez, Becky G, Mora, Myke Towers, Ovy on the Drums, Bb trickz, The Marías and Netón Vega. These performers come from different countries and musical scenes, reflecting the range of Spanish-language music rather than a single sound.
The album matters because it represents a move beyond Blanco’s established English-language pop work and into a wider international market. Track rankings assess the songs individually, considering elements such as production, collaborations and how each song fits within the record.