Maternal Lessons: ‘Sol María’, the Grateful Album by Eladio Carrión
Renowned Puerto Rican trapper Eladio Carrión surprised audiences this Friday with the release of his latest musical masterpiece, ‘Sol María’, an album of 17 captivating tracks that promises to take listeners on a “varied musical adventure.” Named in honor of his mother, each track on the album represents a distinctive chapter, immersing the listener in the diversity and richness of Carrión’s artistic proposal.
‘Bendído’, the first cut of the album, begins the musical journey with the pure essence of trap, emphasizing the importance of family. A press release from Carrión’s representatives describes the song as an ode to family ties and thanks the matriarch for being the guiding force of the family unit.
‘Mama’s Boy’, another standout song, pays sincere tribute to Carrión’s mother, highlighting her fundamental role as the family’s guide. With moving phrases such as ‘Sol María, today I give you your flowers’ and ‘thank you for your values’, the artist expresses his deep gratitude for the lessons and virtues instilled by his mother.
The album features collaborations with renowned artists, including Rauw Alejandro, Yandel, Arcángel, Sech, De La Ghetto, Duki, Milo J and Nach. Highlighting the diversity of genres, Carrión ventures into R&B with ‘Hey Lil Mama’, alongside Rauw Alejandro, and into tropical reggae with ‘Sigo Enamorau’, in collaboration with Yandel, evoking the reggaeton pop movement of the early 2010s. .
The song ‘Tanta Droga’, which features the participation of Arcángel and De La Ghetto, serves as a tribute to the influences that have marked the career of Carrión, who was awarded a Latin Grammy in 2023.
The album culminates with significant collaborations, such as ‘El Malo’ with Sech, ‘Todo Lit’ with Duki, and ‘La Canción Feliz Del Disco’ with Milo J. The album’s closer, ‘Mama’s Boy’ with Nach, completes the experience auditory of ‘Sol María’.
The release of the album is accompanied by the premiere of the vibrant music video for ‘RKO’, directed by Edgar Esteves, which features the notable participation of wrestler Randy Orton and the talented Venezuelan baseball player Francisco Álvarez, of the New York Mets. This new project by Eladio Carrión promises to be a milestone in his career and an unforgettable experience for his followers.
