In the midst of the uproar surrounding Karol G's latest track "+57," J Balvin has come to her defense. The song, which features other prominent Colombian reggaeton artists like Maluma, Feid, Ryan Castro, and Blessd, has been met with criticism over a particular line interpreted as inappropriate.
The controversy escalated to the point where even Colombia's President, Gustavo Petro, voiced his disapproval publicly. Various institutions, including the Colombian Institute of Family Welfare (ICBF), joined the chorus of disapproval. In the midst of this turmoil, and following a public apology from Karol G, J Balvin didn't hesitate to show his support.
Standing in Solidarity with Karol G
Through his social media platforms, J Balvin highlighted the joy and pride Karol G has brought to Colombia, insisting that the current controversy does not diminish her stature as an artist. "Queen, we're here with you. You've given us so much and this doesn't take away from your greatness. Plus, the track is ours, so we're here unconditionally," J Balvin stated in a message that quickly went viral.
Unified Front Among Artists
The singer further added, "They're not going to make my sister the subject here; it's a different system. If they come for one, they come for all... and I'd better not say more because then the presidency will get involved again," he wrote in response to a post discussing the issue.
Different Responses from Music Community
J Balvin's defense contrasts with the reactions of other artists featured in the song. Blessd and Ryan Castro took a more combative stance, suggesting critics simply "not listen to the song." Meanwhile, Feid, Karol G's partner, chose to share her written response on his stories, adding, "My queen, let's go, let's go," in his post.