Verte Por Ahí is a heartfelt confession of post-breakup paralysis. Jay Wheeler watches the one who was “completely his” smile and post carefree captions while he’s stuck replaying memories. Every unread text, every night he stays home to avoid running into her, and every failed attempt to distract himself with someone new shows how deeply he’s still connected. The metaphors pile up: his “battery” drains without her, the garden he planted for them withers, and even the fridge feels “cold” compared to the chill she left in his life.
At its core, the song captures that bittersweet moment when you want someone’s happiness yet can’t escape the ache of being left out of it. It’s equal parts regret, longing, and reluctant admiration—the soundtrack for anyone who has ever refreshed their phone hoping for a message that never comes.
Jay Wheeler (born José Ángel López Martínez on April 25, 1994, in Salinas, Puerto Rico) is a Puerto Rican singer and songwriter known for his emotive voice and romantic style blending reggaeton, Latin trap, and R&B. Rising to fame after a viral video in 2016, Wheeler quickly built a dedicated fanbase and earned the nickname La Voz Favorita (The Favorite Voice).
He signed with Dynamic Records in 2018, releasing his debut album Platónico in 2019, executively produced by DJ Nelson. His follow-up album Platónicos (2020) featured the hit single "La Curiosidad" with Myke Towers, which reached number 5 on Billboard's Hot Latin Songs chart. Jay Wheeler continues to captivate audiences with heartfelt lyrics and collaborations with top Latin artists, solidifying his place in urban Latin music.