Kany García Delights With Her Guitar & The Stories Behind Her Hits at Latin Music Week

Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Kany García took center stage at Billboard Latin Music Week on October 19, offering an intimate glimpse into her creative process. Performing with her guitar at the Faena Theater in Miami Beach, García engaged in a candid discussion moderated by Billboard’s Leila Cobo, where she recounted the origins of some of her most impactful tracks.

One highlight was García’s recounting of her 2023 collaboration with Mexican artist Carín León, the hit single "Te Lo Agradezco." The song achieved notable success on Billboard’s Regional Mexican Airplay and Hot Latin Songs charts. García described how her admiration for León’s work led her to follow him on Instagram, where she persistently interacted with his posts until León reached out, sparking a partnership that unfolded during Latin Grammy week in Las Vegas.

At that meeting, García presented the nearly complete song, still missing its titular phrase. She shared how inspiration struck unexpectedly during a makeup session, finally completing the lyric that would define the track. León, in turn, had a song co-written with Camilo he intended to share, but after hearing García’s composition, he chose not to reveal it, leaving that detail undisclosed.

García’s storytelling extended to "A La Niña Que Fui," a poignant song from her latest album, Puerta Abierta. The track serves as a reflective letter to her younger self and has resonated deeply with audiences during her ongoing arena tour. She revealed the emotional weight the song carries, especially after receiving a touching message from a Venezuelan fan who found solace in the song while supporting her husband through cancer treatment. This connection allowed García a rare moment of vulnerability on stage.

Throughout her career, García has been recognized for her ability to translate personal experiences into lyrics that resonate widely within the Latin pop and contemporary music scenes. Her appearance at Latin Music Week emphasized the intimate relationship between her life and artistry, highlighting how her songwriting bridges individual emotion and universal themes.

The event at the Faena Theater was part of a broader series running from October 19 to 22, coinciding with the upcoming 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards. These awards, scheduled for October 22 at the James L. Knight Center in Miami, will be broadcast live on Telemundo and Peacock.

García’s participation in the Q&A, combined with live performances, offered attendees a rare opportunity to experience the creative genesis behind her music firsthand. This format not only showcased her musicianship but also underscored the collaborative and often serendipitous nature of song creation within the Latin music industry.

As García continues her Puerta Abierta tour, her reflections underscore the enduring power of music as a conduit for personal healing and connection. Her narrative at Latin Music Week reinforces her standing as a vital voice in Latin music, one who balances artistic vulnerability with widespread appeal.