LEARN LYRICS

SONG MEANING

Missed calls, new number, same global superstar. In “TELÉFONO NUEVO,” Bad Bunny lets us peek behind the glittering curtain of fame. The song opens with surprising vulnerability: he confesses that the smile fans adore only appears in old photos, and that even mountains of achievements cannot quiet his anxious mind. Feeling “mi cuerpo libre y mi corazón tras las rejas” (my body free and my heart behind bars), he says he will answer only one call each night—the one he makes to God—while everyone else gets sent to voicemail. The desire to change his phone number becomes a symbol of setting boundaries, dodging fake friends, and reclaiming peace in a life that never stops buzzing.

Enter Luar La L, who jolts the track with fearless bragging, rapid–fire wordplay, and larger-than-life imagery. His verses remind us that fame is not just pressure; it is also power, luxury, and seductive chaos. Together, the two artists create a fascinating contrast: Bad Bunny wrestles with the weight of celebrity while Luar La L flaunts the spoils of it. The result is a reggaeton confessional full of swagger, sharp humor, raw honesty, and a catchy reminder that sometimes the best self-care is as simple as getting a “new phone.”

ARTIST BIO

Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, known professionally as Bad Bunny, is a Puerto Rican rapper, singer, and songwriter who has significantly shaped Latin trap and reggaeton music. Born in 1994 in Bayamón and raised in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico, Bad Bunny rose to fame with his breakout 2016 single "Diles" and soon became a leading figure in Spanish-language rap globally.

Celebrated for blending diverse musical styles with bold lyrics, he has released multiple chart-topping albums like X 100pre, YHLQMDLG, and El Último Tour Del Mundo. Bad Bunny is not only a musical innovator but also a cultural icon, making history as the first non-English-speaking artist to be Spotify’s most streamed artist for three consecutive years. Beyond music, he has also ventured into professional wrestling, showcasing his multifaceted talents and broad appeal.

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