Joel De La P & Rey Quinto Drop “Pay,” A Ride-or-Die Corrido Tumbado About Loyalty and Brotherhood
Sinaloan viral phenomenon Joel De La P returns with one of the most impactful releases of his career, teaming up with Rey Quinto for “Pay,” an explosive and emotional corrido tumbado dedicated to ride-or-die friendships. Out now on all digital platforms via Sony Music Latin, the track celebrates loyalty, faith, and the unbreakable bonds that turn friends into family.
Powerful yet uplifting, “Pay” stands out as a statement record from two rising voices shaping the next generation of regional Mexican music.
“Pay”: Loyalty Over Everything
Written by Joel De La P and Rey Quinto, and produced by De La alongside L Prince, “Pay” dives deep into the values that keep them grounded. At its core, the song is a tribute to the friends who stand firm through every high and low.
One of the track’s most moving elements is the spiritual gesture behind it: both artists share how they pray and light a candle, asking for protection over the people they love most. It’s a moment of vulnerability that adds emotional depth to the song’s hard-hitting corrido tumbado energy.
Straight-Shooting Verses With Meaning
Through fresh, direct verses, Joel and Rey reflect on how loyalty and brotherhood keep them focused amid success and pressure. The title “Pay” references the money that’s never missing among true friends, not as a symbol of wealth, but as a metaphor for mutual support, trust, and always showing up when it matters.
In a genre often centered on bravado, “Pay” flips the narrative, highlighting gratitude, faith, and loyalty as real forms of strength.
Official Music Video: Minimalist, Futuristic, and Gritty
The release arrives with an official music video directed by César Acosta, visually amplifying the song’s message through a clean yet raw aesthetic.
- Location: Los Angeles
- Setting: Underground metro stations, train cars, elevators, and empty platforms
- Cast: Joel De La P & Rey Quinto as the sole protagonists
With dynamic camera movements, double-vision effects, and a futuristic minimalism, the video balances the caffeinated energy of corrido tumbado with a sleek visual atmosphere, reinforcing the idea of unwavering loyalty in a fast-moving world.
Building Momentum With High-Profile Collaborations
“Pay” follows a strong run of releases for Joel De La P, including:
- “Cuadrada” with El Rabbanito
- “Modo Kung Fu Panda” with Los Dareyes de La Sierra
- “Meneo” with Luis R Conríquez, El Alfa, and Chimbala
These collaborations have positioned Joel as a versatile artist capable of bridging corridos tumbados with broader urban and global sounds.
Two Rising Stars of the New Generation
Both Joel De La P and Rey Quinto have already worked alongside some of the biggest names in Mexican music, including Peso Pluma, Luis R Conríquez, and Tito Double P.
Joel, who hails from Culiacán, Sinaloa, first broke through with the viral hit “Dembow Bélico” alongside Luis R Conríquez and Tito Double P. Today, his momentum continues to grow:
- 527,000+ Spotify followers
- 4.1 million+ monthly listeners
With “Pay,” both artists further cement their place as rising leaders of the new corridos tumbados movement.
Why “Pay” Matters
In an era of fast success and constant noise, “Pay” stands out for its message. It’s a reminder that loyalty, faith, and brotherhood remain the foundation not just of success, but of survival. Joel De La P and Rey Quinto deliver a track that hits hard while staying grounded in real values.
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