Reggaeton: The Rhythm That Took over the World (Reggaetón, el Ritmo que Dominó el Mundo)

Bad Bunny, Karol G, and even Shakira in more recent years... If these names don't sound like anything to you, it's time to dust those earphones off and tune in to the most recent craze of Latin American music that has dominated the planet: reggaeton.


Originating in the Caribbean as a result of fusing traditional reggae and Jamaican dancehall, reggaeton has outgrown its forebears and become the strongest source of Latino culture across the world. In fact, it is enjoyed in anywhere from the smallest bar someplace in Puerto Rico to massive clubs in Tokyo, such has been its impact.


But what controversies does this music genre hold (including the objectification of women, and its relation to the criminal underground), and how exactly did we end up with Bad Bunny becoming one of the most famous musicians in the world (like seriously)?


Pop your dance shoes out - we'll find out in this week's very rhythmic, very entertaining episode of the Learn Spanish with Stories podcast!


Transcript of this episode is available at: https://podcast.lingomastery.com/listen/1194