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J Balvin's Grammy Journey: Music, ICE, and Immigrant Support
3 Feb
Summary
- J Balvin nominated for Best Música Urbana Album for 'Mixteip'.
- He emphasized the importance of supporting fellow Latin artists.
- Balvin voiced concerns over current ICE raids and family separations.
Colombian superstar J Balvin was a nominee for Best Música Urbana Album at the 2026 Grammy Awards for his album 'Mixteip'. While preparing for the ceremony, he spoke about the significance of his nomination and his commitment to representing Colombia and Latin music on a global stage.
Balvin stressed the importance of unity within the Latin music community, stating, "We gotta keep showing up" and supporting fellow nominees. He also noted the undeniable global influence Latin music currently holds, a stark contrast to when his career began.
Beyond his musical achievements, J Balvin addressed the sensitive issue of current ICE raids, describing it as a challenging period for immigrants and the Latino community. He expressed sorrow over family separations and affirmed the vital contributions immigrants make to the country, drawing from his own experiences.
His Grammy nomination capped a successful year, following the conclusion of his North American 'Back to the Rayo' tour and the release of his album 'Rayo'.
