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Prince Royce’s Hits: The Songs That Made Him a Latin Music Icon
Prince Royce’s journey from the Bronx to global fame in Latin music is filled with iconic hits and artistic growth. Since his debut in 2010, he has carved out a unique space in the bachata genre, blending his Dominican roots with a fresh, youthful sound that defines his career. Here’s a look at the songs that made him an icon and the journey that brought him to the top.
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The Start: “Stand by Me” and “Corazón Sin Cara” (2010)
Prince Royce burst onto the scene with his self-titled debut album, which featured two songs that would set the stage for his career. His bilingual cover of “Stand by Me” introduced his smooth, romantic style to a wide audience, followed by “Corazón Sin Cara,” an anthem of self-love that quickly topped the Latin charts. These two tracks solidified him as a rising star in Latin music.
Phase II: “Ven Conmigo” and “Te Perdiste Mi Amor” (2012)
Building on his debut’s success, Royce released Phase II, which earned him a Latin Grammy nomination. The album featured “Ven Conmigo,” a collaboration with Daddy Yankee, and “Te Perdiste Mi Amor,” a duet with Thalía. These hits expanded his fan base and showcased his ability to blend bachata with other Latin styles.
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The Anthem: “Darte Un Beso” (2013)
In 2013, Royce’s third album, Soy el Mismo, included “Darte Un Beso,” a quintessential romantic bachata song that became one of his most recognizable hits. The song topped the charts and cemented his status as a leading figure in Latin music and an undisputed king of modern bachata.
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Going Bilingual: Double Vision (2015) and “Back It Up”
In 2015, Royce took a bold step with Double Vision, his first English album. He teamed up with Jennifer Lopez and Pitbull on the dance hit “Back It Up,” which highlighted his playful side and aimed to connect with English-speaking fans while honoring his Latin roots. The album also featured “Already Missing You” with Selena Gomez, blending R&B with his signature bachata influence.
Back to Bachata: “Culpa Al Corazón” and Five (2016-2017)
In 2016, Royce returned to bachata with “Culpa Al Corazón,” a fan favorite. His 2017 album Five featured collaborations with artists like Shakira, Chris Brown, Zendaya, Farruko, and Daddy Yankee. Tying everything together with his bachata roots, Five was a major success, topping the Latin Album charts and highlighting his versatility.
Hitting the Charts Again: “Sensualidad” and “Bubalú” (2017-2019)
Between albums, Royce released several chart-topping singles, including “Sensualidad” with Bad Bunny and J Balvin, “Bubalú” with DJ Luian, Mambo Kingz, Anuel AA, and Becky G, as well as “Llegaste Tú” with CNCO, “Stuck on a Feeling” with J Balvin, and “100 Años” with Ha*Ash.
An Emotional Release: Alter Ego (2020) and “Carita de Inocente”
In 2020, Royce released Alter Ego, a double album with Genesis and Enigma, allowing him to explore both his bachata roots and urban influences. “Carita de Inocente” became one of the album’s biggest hits, later receiving a remix with Myke Towers. Royce described Alter Ego as a deeply personal project reflecting his life experiences and artistic growth.
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Latest Hits and Llamada Perdida (2021-2024)
Following Alter Ego, Royce continued releasing hits like “Antes Que Salga el Sol” with Natti Natasha and “Doctor” with Mau y Ricky and Piso 21. Anticipating his seventh album, he released new singles, including “Lao a Lao,” “A Todo o Nada” with Robleis, and the hit “Te Espero” with María Becerra. These tracks appear on his latest album, Llamada Perdida, a bachata project reflecting life’s unspoken moments, resilience, and renewal. Royce describes Llamada Perdida as a journey capturing heartbreak and growth, blending his signature sound with new elements like classical violins, showing his maturity and dedication to his craft.
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