Unstoppable (Karol G album)

Unstoppable
Studio album by
Karol G
ReleasedOctober 27, 2017
Recorded2014–2017[1]
GenreReggaeton
Length51:43
LanguageSpanish
LabelUniversal Latino
Producer
Karol G chronology
Super Single
(2013) 		Unstoppable
(2017) 		Ocean
(2019)
Singles from Unstoppable
  1. "Casi Nada"
    Released: March 4, 2016
  2. "Muñeco de Lego"
    Released: August 26, 2016
  3. "Hello"
    Released: November 4, 2016
  4. "A Ella"
    Released: May 5, 2017
  5. "Ahora Me Llama"
    Released: May 26, 2017
  6. "Eres Mi Todo"
    Released: July 6, 2017
  7. "La Dama"
    Released: December 21, 2017

Unstoppable is the debut studio album by Colombian singer Karol G. It was released on October 27, 2017, through Universal Music Latino.[2] Comprising thirteen tracks, the album is primarily a reggaeton record and features guest appearances by Cosculluela, Ozuna, Bad Bunny, Kevin Roldán and Quavo.

Unstoppable was supported by seven singles: "Casi Nada", "Muñeco de Lego", "Hello" with Ozuna, "A Ella", "Ahora Me Llama" with Bad Bunny, "Eres Mi Todo" with Kevin Roldán and "La Dama" with Cosculluela.

The album was met with moderate commercial success. It debuted inside the US Billboard 200 and number two on the US Top Latin Albums.

Background

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After the commercial failure of her 2013 mixtape Super Single, Karol G finally gained traction with "Amor de Dos" in collaboration with Nicky Jam.[3] The following year, Karol G released stand alone singles and started working on her debut album. In 2015, collaborative songs with De La Ghetto and Andy Rivera were released.[1] In January 2016, Giraldo was signed with Universal Music Latin Entertainment.[4]

Karol G began teasing the release of new music through her social media accounts a month prior. On March 10, 2016, Giraldo announced the official release date for "Casi Nada", sharing its official cover art.[5] The song was released on March 18, 2016, as the album's lead single.[6] On August 26, 2016, "Muñeco de Lego" was released as the second single.[7] "Hello" with Puerto Rican rapper Ozuna, was released as the album's third single on November 4, 2016.[8] "A Ella" was released on May 5, 2017, as the album's fifth single. "Ahora Me Llama" with Puerto Rican rapper and singer Bad Bunny was released on May 26, 2017.[9] "Eres Mi Todo" with Kevin Roldán was released on July 6, 2017, as the last single prior to the album's release.

On October 11, 2017, Karol G announced the release date and title for her debut album, Unstoppable, through her social media accounts.[10] The track list was revealed that same month on October 17, 2017, featuring guest appearances from Cosculluela, Ozuna, Bad Bunny, Kevin Roldán and Quavo.[11][12] The album was officially released on October 27, 2017.


Title

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The title for the album comes after years of trying to stand out in the music industry for Karol G. In an interview, she explained:

This album is the result of many years of incredible experiences, knowledge, ups and downs that allowed me to see that only determination could help me achieve a place in this business. Sometimes you get what you want, sometimes you don't, but in the end you will always win. There is nothing that can stop me and I'm ready to take on and enjoy the ride. It's my motto; it's what I live by. I know what I want and I will be unstoppable until I get it![13]

Release and promotion

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The album was released on October 27, 2017, through Universal Music Latino. It was released on CD, vinyl, digital download and streaming.

Singles

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"Casi Nada" was released on March 4, 2016, as the album's lead single. It peaked at number 33 on the US Hot Latin Songs.

"Muñeco de Lego" was released on August 26, 2016, as the second single.

"Hello" with Puerto Rican singer Ozuna was released as the album's third single on November 4, 2016. It peaked inside the top forty at number 39 on the US Hot Latin Songs.

"A Ella" was released on May 5, 2017, as the fourth single.

"Ahora Me Llama" with Puerto Rican rapper and singer Bad Bunny was released on May 26, 2017, as the fifth single. It peaked at number 10 of the US Hot Latin Songs and was certified RIAA Latin Diamond.

"Eres Mi Todo" with Colombian singer Kevin Roldán was released on July 6, 2017, as the album's sixth single.

"La Dama" with Cosculluela was released as the album's seventh and final single on December 21, 2017.

Critical reception

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Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
AllMusic[14]

Unstoppable was well received by Thom Jurek from AllMusic, stating: "The album is a manifesto of sorts that women don't have to merely be singers in the Latin pop arena or be restricted to dancefloor or arena pop. This album throws down with reggaeton and, as evidenced by its single, is the first solid entry by a woman in the Latin trap movement."

Commercial performance

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Unstoppable debuted at number two on the US Top Latin Albums chart, earning 4,000 album-equivalent units (including 3,000 copies in pure album sales) in its first week, according to Nielsen Music.[15] The album also debuted at number 192 on the US Billboard 200 and number two on the US Latin Rhythm Albums charts respectively.[15] On November 8, 2018, the album was certified double platinum by the Latin Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for combined sales and album-equivalent units of over 120,000 units in the United States.[16]

Track listing

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Credits were adapted from Tidal.[17]

Unstoppable[2]
No.TitleWriter(s)Producer(s)Length
1."Ganas de Ti"
Ovy on the Drums3:47
2."La Dama" (with Cosculluela)
  • Ovy on the Drums
  • Montana The Producer
  • Mueka
3:28
3."Hello" (with Ozuna)
  • Ovy on the Drums
  • Mosty
3:45
4."El Pecado"
  • Giraldo
  • Oviedo
Ovy on the Drums4:11
5."A Solas"
  • Giraldo
  • Oviedo
Ovy on the Drums3:50
6."Ahora Me Llama" (with Bad Bunny)
  • Ovy on the Drums
  • DJ Luian
3:55
7."Eres Mi Todo" (with Kevin Roldán)
Ovy on the Drums4:07
8."Amor No Hay"
  • Giraldo
  • Oviedo
Ovy on the Drums3:52
9."A Ella"
3:48
10."Muñeco de Lego"
  • Giraldo
  • Oviedo
  • Ovy on the Drums
  • Mosty
3:44
11."Casi Nada"
  • Giraldo
  • Andy Clay
  • Hector Ruben Rivera
  • Gustavo Alberto
  • GabrielRodriguezEMC
  • Oviedo
Ovy on the Drums3:38
12."Lo Sabe Dios"
  • Giraldo
  • Fernando Tobon
  • Oviedo
Ovy on the Drums4:27
13."Ahora Me Llama (Remix)" (with Bad Bunny and Quavo)
Ovy on the Drums4:11
Total length:51:43

Personnel

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Credits were adapted from Tidal.[17]

Charts

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Certifications

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Region Certification Certified units/sales
Costa Rica[24] 2× Platinum  
Mexico (AMPROFON)[25] 3× Platinum+Gold 210,000‡
United States (RIAA)[16] 2× Platinum (Latin) 120,000‡

‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone.

References

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  1. ^ a b Fernandez, Suzette (October 27, 2017). "In Studio: Karol G Speaks About 'Unstoppable' Recording Process & Her Friendship With J Balvin". Billboard. Retrieved March 4, 2023.
  2. ^ a b "Unstoppable by Karol G". Apple Music. Retrieved October 27, 2017.
  3. ^ Brugueras, Melba (May 22, 2017). "Karol G pide espacio para la mujer en el reguetón". Primera Hora. Retrieved March 4, 2023.
  4. ^ Arango Duque, Jaime (February 4, 2016). "Karol G firmó contrato con Universal Music Latin Entertainment". El Colombiano. Retrieved March 4, 2023.
  5. ^ G, Karol [@karolg] (February 17, 2016). "Quieren musica nueva ??? No queda #CASINADA 💯🔥 EMPEZÓ EL CONTEO REGRESIVO". Retrieved March 4, 2023 – via Instagram.
  6. ^ Cobo, Leila (March 10, 2016). "Listen to Karol G's New Single 'Casi Nada': Exclusive". Billboard. Retrieved March 4, 2023.
  7. ^ G, Karol [@karolg] (August 26, 2016). "SORPRESA !!! Yaaaa puedes ver el video de #MUÑECODELEGO 👾 LINK EN MI BIO". Retrieved March 4, 2023 – via Instagram.
  8. ^ Net, Nuria (November 3, 2016). "Estreno: Karol G viene "arriesgada" en su nuevo tema 'Hello' featuring Ozuna". Univision. Retrieved March 4, 2023.
  9. ^ ""Me dio mucha rabia": su novio la dejó por una amiga y ella escribió una canción para desquitarse". Billboard. Retrieved March 4, 2023.
  10. ^ G, Karol [@karolg] (August 26, 2016). "✖️ U N S T O P P A B L E ✖️ The Album / 27 de Octubre". Retrieved March 4, 2023 – via Instagram.
  11. ^ "KAROL G RELEASES DEBUT ALBUM "UNSTOPPABLE"". Universal Music Latino. Retrieved October 27, 2017.
  12. ^ G, Karol [@karolg] (August 26, 2016). "27 de Octubre ✖️ U N S T O P P A B L E ✖️ The Album". Retrieved March 4, 2023 – via Instagram.
  13. ^ Guerrero, Stephanie (October 13, 2017). "Karol G Set to Release Her Highly Anticipated Debut Album Unstoppable Worldwide on October 27". Universal Musica. Retrieved October 27, 2017.
  14. ^ Jurek, Thom. "Unstoppable - Karol G | Songs, Reviews, Credits". AllMusic. Retrieved March 27, 2024.
  15. ^ a b Pamela Bustios (November 8, 2017). "Karol G's 'Unstoppable' Debuts at No. 2 on Top Latin Albums". Billboard. Retrieved March 1, 2020.
  16. ^ a b "American album certifications – Karol G – Unstoppable". Recording Industry Association of America.
  17. ^ a b "Unstoppable / Karol G Genius". Genius. Retrieved October 27, 2020.
  18. ^ "Unstoppable - Karol G" (in Spanish). Productores de Música de España. Retrieved March 4, 2023.
  19. ^ "Karol G Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard. Retrieved November 7, 2017.
  20. ^ "Karol G Chart History (Top Latin Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved November 7, 2017.
  21. ^ "Karol G Chart History (Latin Rhythm Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved April 30, 2021.
  22. ^ "Top Latin Albums – Year-End 2018". Billboard. Retrieved April 30, 2021.
  23. ^ "Top Latin Albums – Year-End 2019". Billboard. Retrieved November 29, 2021.
  24. ^ "Karol G recibió doble disco platino en Costa Rica" (in Spanish). Radio Moda. June 7, 2018. Retrieved August 28, 2023.
  25. ^ "Certificaciones" (in Spanish). Asociación Mexicana de Productores de Fonogramas y Videogramas. Retrieved June 29, 2022. Type Karol G in the box under the ARTISTA column heading and Unstoppable in the box under the TÍTULO column heading.
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