Featherweight, one of the most prominent figures of the corridos tumbados, has caused a stir with his recent statements, causing controversy for his “humble” attitude when calling himself the savior of the regional Mexican music.
It was in an interview for the program ‘El Gordo y La Flaca’ that the singer described himself as a “Super Hero” that has “saved regional Mexican music.” These statements generated a flurry of reactions on social networks, where his followers were divided between praise and criticism.
Hassan Emilio Kabande Laija, better known as Peso Pluma, has managed to position itself as a reference figure in contemporary Mexican music. With hits like “She Baila Sola” and his participation in renowned international programs, his impact on the industry is undeniable.
In the interview, Peso Pluma described himself as an “extroverted character who is not afraid to show himself as he is.” He assured that his presence has been crucial for the revitalization of the regional genre, even comparing himself to a superhero.
“I think Peso Pluma is the before and after of a new era in Mexican music. “He is this type of superhero within music, within the Mexican regional industry, who came to change things, who came to save the genre,” he said, referring to himself in the third person.
The statements did not go unnoticed. On platforms like X, Tiktok and Instagramusers began to mock the artist, with memes and satirical comments that quickly went viral.
However, there were also those who defended the words of ‘La Double P’, arguing that its influence has been significant for the international projection of the genre.
Critics point out that such statements trivialize the efforts of other artists who have also contributed to the rise of corridos tumbados and regional music in general, highlighting others such as Natanael Cano, Junior H and Grupo Frontera.
In this context, some accuse Featherweight of exalting itself excessively and of ignoring the collective work that has led the genre to its current popularity.
Meanwhile, his most loyal fans continue to celebrate his achievements. Be one of the most listened to artists on streaming platforms such as Spotify is no small feat, and his participation in international programs continues to cement his reputation.
Peso Pluma, the popular singer of corridos tumbados, releases this Thursday, June 20, his new album titled Exodus. This release has generated high expectations given the artist’s continued success on digital music platforms.
The Mexican artist, whose career has risen significantly in recent years, was the most viewed on YouTube during 2023 with 8.5 billion views. His songs “She dances alone” and “La bebe (remix)” have occupied the top spots on the platform’s playlists.
In interviews, Peso Pluma has commented that his previous album, Génesis, showed his “superhero side,” while Exodus It will reflect your “dark side”. This new work will be a double album with 24 themes: 16 on the first album, focused on corridos tumbados and regional Mexican music, and 8 on the second, leaning more towards reggaeton and trap.
Among the notable collaborators in Exodus there are artists like Natanael Cano, Gabito Ballesteros, Music Sponges 1 and Music Sponges 2 on the first album, while on the second they will participate Rich the Kid, Cardi B, Quavo, among others. This album not only marks an important moment in Peso Pluma’s musical evolution, but also in their tour, which will share the same name as the album.
