“Te Lo Agradezco” pairs Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Kany García with Mexican star Carin León for a fiery thank-you note that drips with sarcasm. Over a Latin pop-meets-regional groove, the narrator looks her ex straight in the eye and says gracias… for wrecking her life! Why? Because every lie and heartbreak pushed her to rediscover herself, shake off old baggage, and come back stronger. When she belts out “Tú me jodiste la vida… Te lo agradezco,” she is really celebrating her own rebirth, not the relationship.
The song flips the typical breakup script. Instead of wallowing, Kany and Carin serve a cocktail of lime, salt, and liberation, telling the cowardly ex that his “fake love” was exactly the push she needed. There is no room for bitter torch songs here; the ex does not even deserve a rola de despecho. The repeated line “Ay, este amor a ti te quedó grande” (“This love was too big for you”) seals the deal: the relationship may be over, but self-love now takes center stage, and that’s worth one big, cheeky thank you.
Encarnita "Kany" García de Jesús, born on September 25, 1982, in Toa Baja, Puerto Rico, is a celebrated Puerto Rican singer and songwriter known for her heartfelt Latin pop music. With a classical music foundation, having studied cello and guitar from a young age, Kany first gained attention as a contestant on the TV show Objetivo Fama in 2004, where she became one of the most successful non-winners.
Since signing with Sony BMG in 2006, she has released multiple acclaimed albums, including her debut Cualquier Día (2007), featuring hit singles like "Hoy Ya Me Voy." Her poignant lyrics and captivating voice have earned her six Latin Grammy Awards and three Grammy nominations, solidifying her status as one of Latin music's most talented voices. Kany continues to inspire fans with her authentic storytelling and unique blend of pop with thoughtful musicality.