J Balvin paints the night neon yellow, the color of pure energy and optimism. Right after midnight he rallies his friends, turns up a classic Tego Calderón beat, and invites everyone to meet the man behind the stage name: José. The lyrics feel like a city-wide treasure hunt for fun, bouncing from party to party with “los tigres” in modo safari, dodging any worries that try to interrupt the vibe. Even a curious police patrol cannot dim the glow, because everything is legal and the music is louder than doubt.
At its core, Amarillo is an ode to living light. The repeated hook “no me complico” (“I do not complicate things”) is Balvin’s carefree motto: stay present, enjoy good company, and keep dancing until sunrise—unless Mom calls. Bottles arrive unannounced, invitations pour in, and the only rule is simple: if you know how he rolls, why invite him if you do not plan to keep up? The song’s bright color title echoes its message: be bold, be joyful, and let happiness shine like yellow lights cutting through a late-night city sky.
José Álvaro Osorio Balvín, known as J Balvin, is a pioneering Colombian reggaeton singer born in Medellín in 1985. Bursting onto the music scene in 2004, Balvin is recognized as one of the best-selling Latin artists with over 35 million records sold worldwide.
Known for hits like "6 AM," "Ay Vamos," and "Mi Gente," he has transformed reggaeton into a global phenomenon while staying true to his Spanish roots. J Balvin's eclectic style blends urbano, Latin pop, and trap, influenced by rock legends like Metallica and Nirvana, as well as icons like Daddy Yankee.
With multiple Latin Grammy Awards and Billboard Latin Music Awards under his belt, Balvin continues to break records — becoming the first Latino to headline major music festivals such as Coachella. His vibrant music and fashion make him a standout figure, dedicated to spreading Latin music worldwide.