X 100pre
Bad Bunny's debut album, a genre-blending Latin trap and reggaeton landmark.
X 100pre (an abbreviation of "Por siempre", meaning "Forever" and stylized in all caps) is the debut studio album by Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny. It was released on December 24, 2018 by Rimas Entertainment. It features guest appearances from Diplo, El Alfa and Drake. It was ranked number 41 on Rolling Stone's list of the 100 Best Debuts Albums of All Time and number 447 on the list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time.
Quick Facts
- Release year
- 2018
- Label
- Rimas Entertainment
- Genre
- Reggaeton; Trap
- Origin
- Puerto Rico
- Status
- Released
- Format
- Digital; Physical
Lore & Background
Bad Bunny embarked on his La Nueva Religión Tour Part I and Part II in 2018, which concluded in September. After releasing various singles during 2018, on December 23 he announced via social media that his debut album would be released at midnight on Christmas Eve. Following the release of the album, Bad Bunny revealed in an Instagram live video that he was not working under his first label Hear this Music and his previous manager DJ Luian because he was not able to release albums under his previous management. The album cover design was created by Sergio Vazquez and "inadvertently" gave Bad Bunny the idea for using the "third eye" in many of his future shows.
Reader's Guide
X 100pre is primarily a Latin trap and reggaeton album, which also incorporates elements of pop, rock, hip-hop, R&B, bachata, dembow, ballad, acoustic, electronic, house, reggae, dancehall, Andean, tropical, synth-pop, pop-punk, chillwave, and synthwave. Singles include "Estamos Bien" (June 28, 2018), "Mía" featuring Drake (October 18, 2018), "Solo de Mí" (December 15, 2018), "Caro" (video January 18, 2019, with backing vocals by Ricky Martin), "Si Estuviésemos Juntos" (video February 14, 2019), and "La Romana" featuring El Alfa (video April 6, 2019).
At Metacritic, the album received an average score of 84 based on five reviews, indicating "universal acclaim". Commercially, it debuted at number 29 on the US Billboard 200, and number 1 on both the Top Latin Albums and Latin Rhythm Albums charts with 30,000 album-equivalent units in its first week. In its second week, the album peaked at number 11 on the Billboard 200 with 36,000 album-equivalent units.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is X 100pre?
This project serves as Bad Bunny's debut studio album, released in late 2018 by Rimas Entertainment. It stands as the foundational cornerstone of Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio’s discography and catapulted him to international fame.
What musical styles define X 100pre?
The record primarily fuses reggaeton and trap genres to create a distinct urban sound. This combination defined the style for modern Latin music during that era.
Where did X 100pre originate?
Originating from Puerto Rico, this collection captures the energy of his early career before global fame took hold. It highlights the local talent that propelled him into becoming a worldwide icon.
Is X 100pre available physically?
Yes, the album was released in both digital and physical formats upon its launch. This accessibility helped solidify its commercial success across different markets.
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