“La Bachata” by Colombian singer Manuel Turizo is a bittersweet confession wrapped in irresistibly danceable bachata grooves. The storyteller insists he has cut ties—blocking his ex on Instagram and erasing her number—yet he keeps sneaking peeks at her stories and drives through the very streets where they once kissed. With the radio playing the love songs she dedicated to him, he relives each memory in a swirl of rhythm and regret.
Despite the catchy beat, the lyrics explore self-respect after betrayal. He refuses to beg her back, praying instead for protection from anyone who might hurt him the same way. The relationship taught him whom not to love and how he doesn’t want to be loved. So while the track invites you to sway and sing along, it also delivers a modern heartbreak mantra: dance through the pain, learn the lesson, and keep cruising toward better days.
Manuel Turizo Zapata, known simply as Manuel Turizo or MTZ, is a Colombian singer and songwriter born in Montería, Córdoba in 2000. He began his musical journey at age 13 and quickly rose to fame with his 2016 hit single "Una Lady Como Tú", which has amassed over a billion views on YouTube. Manuel's music is a vibrant blend of Latin pop, reggaeton, trap, and vallenato, showcasing his distinctive baritone voice.
His debut album ADN was released in 2019 and features collaborations with prominent Latin artists such as Ozuna and Nicky Jam. Manuel is celebrated for hits like "La Bachata" (2022), which mark his growing influence in Latin urban music. Drawing inspiration from artists like Carlos Vives and Bruno Mars, Manuel Turizo continues to enchant audiences worldwide with his sultry vocals and heartfelt lyrics.