# Maluma Reflects on Hits at Latin Music Week

> Maluma shares emotional reflections on his 15-year career during Billboard Latin Music Week.
- Title: Maluma Reflects on Hits at Latin Music Week · Billboard
- Summary: Maluma shares emotional reflections on his 15-year career during Billboard Latin Music Week. Maluma felt complete after reflecting on his hits, including…
- Keywords: maluma, shakira, kany garcia, hawai, billboard latin music week, iconic songwriter q&a, sony music publishing, Reflects, Hits, Latin, Music, Week
- Source: Billboard — https://billboard.com/music/latin/maluma-latin-music-week-hits-1236364988
- Author: Natalia Cano
- Published: 2026-10-21T20:25:33+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: maluma, shakira, kany garcia, hawai, billboard latin music week, iconic songwriter q&a, sony music publishing
## Maluma at Latin Music Week
Maluma shared emotional reflections on his 15-year career during Billboard Latin Music Week 2026.

> I cry out of gratitude, I swear
## Hawái Hit Reflection
Maluma cried when hearing his 2020 hit 'Hawái' that topped Billboard's Hot Latin Songs chart for nine weeks.

> I feel complete, fulfilled
## Shakira Collaboration
Maluma discussed his recent single 'Agua' with Shakira, released on September 17, 2026.

> It’s a big opportunity for growth
## Kany García Duet
Maluma explained his 2026 duet '1 + 1' with Kany García reflects his desire to return to Colombia's roots.

> I would love to experiment much more with regional music
## Colombia-Mexico Connection
Maluma highlighted his 2023 collaboration 'Según Quién' with Carín León as a bridge between Colombia and Mexico.

> I learned about Mexican culture through my parents and grandparents
## Sony Commemorative Plaque
Maluma received a plaque from Sony Music Publishing celebrating over 30 No. 1 songs on Billboard charts.
## Key takeaway

Maluma felt complete after reflecting on his hits, including 'Hawái' and collaborations with Shakira and Kany García.