Cali-born artist Junior Zamora returns with “Cafecito,” a soulful Afro R&B anthem that transforms the pain of heartbreak and unresolved conversations into something you can dance to. The single reflects Zamora’s signature style, emotional depth wrapped in rhythm, and serves as a key piece of his new creative universe, Un Verano en Caliyork.
A Song for the Unfinished Conversations
Following the success of “Sagitario” and “Rico,”“Cafecito” explores that space between nostalgia and closure, the moments when love lingers, even when words fall short.
“The inspiration behind this comes from those relationships that always have unresolved issues… It’s a beautiful wink to convey that feeling of desperation, that nostalgia. It’s that call no one wants to have everyone wants to make it, but no one wants to receive it.”
– Junior Zamora
The Sound of “Cafecito”
Described by Junior as his “most Afrobeat corner,” Cafecito blends Afro R&B with Cali soul, balancing smooth vocals and layered harmonies with infectious percussion. The result is a “sad little dance” which Zamora calls “music for those who relate to the darker side of love.”
The song’s production, led by Jossman, with Crivas on mix and master, and writing credits from Wilbert Zamora Grueso and Branbel, delivers a refined sound that highlights Junior’s versatility and vocal power.
The Visual Story: “Cafecito” Music Video
The music video deepens the emotional core of the track, translating its lyrical narrative into visual poetry. Through the recurring motif of an empty chair, the video captures the haunting sensation of speaking to someone who is present yet absent, a metaphor for lost connections and the silence after goodbye.
About Un Verano en Caliyork
Un Verano en Caliyork marks a new sonic chapter for Junior Zamora, a bold fusion of Afrobeat rhythms with R&B sophistication, inspired by artists like Brian Fayaz, Lukey Day, Leon Thomas, Wizkid, and Odile. The project bridges cultures, bringing together the spirit of Cali’s streets with the global reach of Afro-R&B.
Junior Zamora in 2025: A Year of Expansion
With Cafecito setting the tone, 2025 is shaping up as a breakthrough year for Junior Zamora. His upcoming appearances include:
- Coke Studio Launch Show – Colombia
- Brandy Domecq Campaign (shooting & performance)
- First U.S. Press Tour and PLN Red Carpet
- Guest Artist – Maluma Bogotá Map Opening Show
- La Solar Festival – Medellín (May 3, 2025)
- Premios Nuestra Tierra – 4 nominations (April 24, 2025)
- FICCI Performance – Cartagena (April 4, 2025)
- Release of “6AM” (2025 Version) with Santiago Cruz – April 1, 2025
- Rolling Stone’s “Future of Music” Panel & Showcase – Mexico City
- Festival Pura Vida – Mexico City (July 19, 2025)
- Feria de las Flores – Medellín
- Concerts with Santiago Cruz (Cali & Bogotá)
- U.S. Awards Circuit 2025
- National & International Festivals
With “Cafecito,” Junior Zamora turns heartbreak into art, a song that feels like a late-night call, a confession, and a groove all at once.