Farruko, Greeicy & Steve Aoki's ‘YAPAQUE’ Hits No. 1 on Latin Airplay

The collaborative single “YAPAQUE” by Farruko, Greeicy, and Steve Aoki has ascended to the top of Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart, signaling a significant achievement for all three artists. Released through Massivo and Sony Music Latin, the track surged from its debut at No. 43 in May to claim the No. 1 spot dated August 1, demonstrating a steady rise in popularity over ten weeks.

This milestone is particularly notable for Greeicy and Steve Aoki, who both celebrate their first No. 1 hit on a Latin-dedicated Billboard chart. For Greeicy, the Colombian singer, this marks her inaugural chart-topping single on any Billboard ranking, following a previous peak at No. 4 on the Hot Tropical Songs chart with her collaboration alongside Karol G earlier in July. For Aoki, the achievement represents a breakthrough on the Latin Airplay chart after multiple entries, with his earlier highest position being within the top 20.

Farruko, a veteran presence on Latin charts, returns to prominence with “YAPAQUE,” securing his 14th No. 1 on Latin Airplay. His last chart-topper came in late 2023 with “Pasa-Je-Ro,” underscoring his enduring influence in the Latin music scene.

The track’s momentum was first felt publicly when it premiered during Steve Aoki’s performance at Miami’s Ultra Music Festival in March, a strategic launch that helped build anticipation among diverse audiences. Since then, “YAPAQUE” has gained notable traction, with audience impressions surging by 43% to 8.3 million during the tracking week of July 17-23, according to industry data from Luminate.

This climb to the summit of Latin Airplay dethrones Shakira and Burna Boy’s “Dai Dai,” which slipped to No. 3 after a brief tenure at the top. The competitive nature of the Latin Airplay chart highlights “YAPAQUE”’s strong reception across radio formats.

Beyond Latin Airplay, “YAPAQUE” has also made significant inroads on other Billboard charts. It claimed the top position on Latin Rhythm Airplay, reached No. 7 on Hot Dance/Electronic Songs, and climbed from No. 19 to No. 16 on Hot Latin Songs. These placements illustrate the song’s broad appeal, crossing over both Latin and electronic music markets.

The success of “YAPAQUE” also marks a milestone for the indie label Massivo, which earned its first Billboard chart leader through this collaboration. This accomplishment underlines the growing influence of independent labels in the Latin music industry.

Overall, the ascent of “YAPAQUE” reflects a dynamic fusion of artists from different musical backgrounds coming together to capture the Latin audience’s attention. Farruko’s established presence combined with Greeicy’s fresh breakthrough and Steve Aoki’s electronic music pedigree showcases a cross-genre synergy that resonates widely on radio platforms.

While detailed streaming and sales figures beyond audience impressions remain limited, the song’s trajectory suggests sustained momentum in the coming weeks. As it continues to gain airplay and chart recognition, “YAPAQUE” stands as a testament to the evolving landscape of Latin music collaborations and the increasing prominence of genre-blending projects.