"Acho PR" is a song by Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny featuring American rappers Arcángel and De la Ghetto and Puerto Rican rapper Ñengo Flow. It was released on October 13, 2023,[1] through Rimas Entertainment.
| "Acho PR" | |
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| Song by Bad Bunny, Arcángel, De la Ghetto and Ñengo Flow | |
| from the album Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana | |
| Language | Spanish |
| Released | October 13, 2023 |
| Genre | Latin rap |
| Length | 6:00 |
| Label | Rimas |
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| Music video | |
| "Acho PR" on YouTube | |
Background and release
editBad Bunny previously collaborated with said singers on the song. On October 9, 2023, Bad Bunny announced his fifth studio album, Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana,[2][3] and revealed the track list, and "Acho PR" was included as the twenty-first track.[4] As the song title suggests, "Acho PR" it represents pride in Puerto Rican culture, the importance of unity and loyalty to the community, and the determination to overcome obstacles and succeed. It is a celebration of Puerto Rico and the people who have emerged from its vibrant streets.[5][6]
Music and lyrics
edit"Acho PR" serves as the 21st track off Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana, with the 20th track "Europa :(" being referred to as a spoken word interlude that serves as an intro to the former.[7] Musically, "Acho PR" is a Latin trap song and is an "anthem" that represents and pays tribute to Puerto Rico and its vibrant culture. The lyrics highlight the pride and unity of the neighborhoods and hamlets in Puerto Rico. The artists express their connection to the streets they grew up on and celebrate their upbringing in the neighborhoods. They emphasize their loyalty to their people and their commitment to representing their communities. The song shows their resilience and determination to succeed despite the difficulties they have faced. There are references to the criminal lifestyle, but it is important to note that these references are intended to illustrate the harshness of their environment rather than glorify violence or illegal activities. Artists use this imagery to demonstrate their authenticity and reflect the challenges they encountered growing up.[6] The lyrics also have reference to Bad Bunny's ex-partner, Gabriela Berlingeri.[8]
Critical reception
editBillboard ranked "Acho PR" as the best song on Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana, stating that it is "an ode to life in the barrio in Puerto Rico, with its parties and its music, its crime and excess".[7]
Promotion
editMusic video
editA music video for "Acho PR" was released on Bad Bunny's thirtieth birthday, March 10, 2024; the singer, alongside Dwayne Johnson, presented an award at the 96th Academy Awards that day. The video features all four artists, as well as its producers, Tainy and MAG, during the recording of the song in a studio in New York City. Around the end of the video, it features some of Bad Bunny's highlights of 2023 and ends the clips by announcing two new dates in Puerto Rico for his Most Wanted Tour.[9][10]
Audio visualizer
editAn audio visualizer was uploaded to YouTube on October 13, 2023 along with the other video visualizers for the songs that premiered simultaneously with the release of Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana.[11]
Charts
edit| Chart (2023) | Peak position |
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| Colombia (Billboard)[12] | 11 |
| Ecuador (Billboard)[13] | 16 |
| Global 200 (Billboard)[14] | 47 |
| Peru (Billboard)[15] | 25 |
| Spain (PROMUSICAE)[16] | 22 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[17] | 83 |
| US Hot Latin Songs (Billboard)[18] | 24 |
References
edit- ^ "LETRA de "Acho PR", la nueva canción de Bad Bunny con Arcángel, De la Ghetto y Ñengo Flow". Bolavip Spoiler (in Spanish). 2023-10-13. Retrieved 2023-10-25.
- ^ Haczek, Ángela Reyes (2023-10-13). "Bad Bunny estrena su nuevo álbum, "Nadie sabe lo que va a pasar mañana"". CNN. Retrieved 2023-10-25.
- ^ "Bad Bunny lanza nuevo álbum 'Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va A Pasar Mañana': Escúchalo aquí". Billboard. 2023-10-13. Retrieved 2023-10-25.
- ^ nadie sabe lo que va a pasar mañana by Bad Bunny, 2023-10-13, retrieved 2023-10-25
- ^ SheilaTN (2021-09-24). "Acho". Dialecto Boricua (in Spanish). Retrieved 2023-10-25.
- ^ a b "Meaning of "ACHO PR" by Bad Bunny, Arcángel, De La Ghetto & Ñengo Flow". www.songtell.com (in Spanish). Retrieved 2023-10-25.
- ^ a b "Bad Bunny's 'Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana': All 22 Songs Ranked". Billboard. October 13, 2023. Retrieved February 25, 2024.
- ^ RedacciónRPP (2023-10-13). "Bad Bunny menciona a su expareja Gabriela Berlingeri en su canción 'ACHO PR' [VIDEO] | RPP Noticias". rpp.pe (in Spanish). Retrieved 2023-10-25.
- ^ Hernandez, Jeanette (2024-03-10). "Bad Bunny Just Dropped a Music Video & New Concert Dates". Remezcla. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
- ^ Roiz, Jessica (2024-03-11). "Bad Bunny Drops 'Acho PR' Music Video on His 30th Birthday: Watch". Billboard. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ^ BAD BUNNY ft. ARCÁNGEL, DE LA GHETTO, ÑENGO FLOW - ACHO PR (Visualizer) | nslqvapm, retrieved 2023-10-25
- ^ "Bad Bunny Chart History (Colombia Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved February 14, 2024.
- ^ "Bad Bunny Chart History (Ecuador Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved February 14, 2024.
- ^ "Bad Bunny Chart History (Global 200)". Billboard. Retrieved February 14, 2024.
- ^ "Bad Bunny Chart History (Peru Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved February 14, 2024.
- ^ "Top 100 Canciones". PROMUSICAE. Retrieved February 14, 2024.
- ^ "Bad Bunny Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved February 14, 2024.
- ^ "Bad Bunny Chart History (Hot Latin Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved February 14, 2024.