Rating: ⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️

Bad Bunny’s latest album, “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS,” is a vibrant tribute to Puerto Rico, blending traditional genres like bomba, plena, salsa, and música jíbara with modern pop elements. This fusion not only showcases his musical versatility but also bridges generational gaps, bringing in older audiences while keeping his signature sound.
The album feels deeply personal, almost nostalgic, as if Bad Bunny is taking listeners on a journey through his roots while still pushing creative boundaries.

Best Song

The track that stands out the most for me this whole album was “BAILE INoLVIDABLE."
“BAILE INoLVIDABLE" is a standout track for many reasons because through the song you get the feel for Bad Bunny’s passion behind this album. He blends classic Puerto Rican salsa beats to his iconic romantic singing with a catchy refrain, “No, no te puedo olvidar / No, no te puedo borrar / Tú me enseñaste a querer/ Me enseñaste a bailar.”
At the same time, it's a double entendre, as it’s another way for Bad Bunny to acknowledge Puerto Rico’s struggle with gentrification, emphasizing that he won’t forget the Puerto Rico he knows and loves making it truly “inolvidable,” forgettable.
This song is a perfect example of how Bad Bunny fuses the past and present. The song has a smooth, romantic vibe, with rich instrumentation that gives it a traditional Puerto Rican sound. It’s the kind of track you envision yourself dancing to under the stars, blending classic Latin sounds with modern production.
Benito’s vocals shine here, full of emotion and nostalgia, making it one of the most memorable songs on the album.

Worst Song

While the album is full of strong tracks, “WELTiTA” falls a little flat.
The collaboration with Chuwi is an interesting experiment, mixing Latin indie-pop with urbano, but it doesn’t quite hit the mark. The production feels repetitive.
And since it’s the track that follows “BAILE INoLVIDABLE," I genuinely expected better. It’s not necessarily bad, but compared to the rest of the album, it doesn’t leave a lasting impression. It feels out of place for Benito to acknowledge real-world issues in Puerto Rico and discuss meaningful topics, only to go into a club song, making it feel lackluster.
The Short Film: Addressing Gentrification in Puerto Rico
Alongside the album, Bad Bunny also released a short film that ties in with the themes of “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS.”
In Bad Bunny’s short film “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” an elderly Puerto Rican man, portrayed by Jacobo Morales, experiences the profound effects of gentrification in his community. As he walks to his local panadería, or bakery, he notices significant changes: new residents speaking English, listening to country music, and barbecuing—activities unfamiliar to the traditional Puerto Rican neighborhood.
Upon entering the bakery, he encounters an American cashier who speaks only English and is unfamiliar with traditional Puerto Rican items. When he orders a queso de papa, a type of local cheddar cheese, she doesn’t understand, highlighting the cultural disconnect brought by the gentrification of Puerto Rico.
Overwhelmed by these changes, the man is assisted by a younger Puerto Rican who pays for his order. The man then says “¡Seguimos aquí!” “We’re still here!”.
This scene captures the challenges faced by native Puerto Ricans as their neighborhoods undergo rapid transformation, emphasizing themes of cultural preservation and identity that Bad Bunny wanted to signify with this album.

Overall Theme & Message

At its core, “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS” is about reconnecting with home—both physically and musically. Benito uses this album to honor Puerto Rican culture, embracing the sounds he grew up with while experimenting with new ways to blend them into today’s music scene.
There’s also a reflective tone throughout, almost like he’s looking back at his career and identity, trying to balance global fame with the traditions that shaped him.

Final Thoughts

“DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS” is a bold and creative project that proves Bad Bunny isn’t afraid to take risks. It’s not just another reggaeton album—it’s a statement about culture, history, and personal growth.
Some tracks might not be for everyone, especially those expecting his usual high-energy bangers, but as a whole, the album stands out as his most meaningful work.