Carlos Vives Launches “Te Dedico” and Announces El Último Disco Era With Tour al Sol 2026
Colombian icon Carlos Vives has unveiled “Te Dedico,” the first single from his upcoming project El Último Disco, marking the beginning of a new artistic chapter rooted in romance, intention, and emotional authenticity.
At a time when digital culture has reshaped how relationships are formed and experienced, Vives delivers a track that pushes back against disposability. “Te Dedico” is a call to reconnect to dedicate time, words, and meaning to someone. In a landscape dominated by fleeting interactions, the act of dedication itself becomes revolutionary.
A Return to Intimacy in Latin Music
With “Te Dedico,” Vives leans into the timeless power of romantic songwriting. The track centers on connection eye contact, shared memories, and the deliberate act of choosing someone.
“It’s always important to have a song ready to dedicate to something,” Vives explains, framing the single as both personal statement and cultural reflection.
Written by Carlos Vives alongside Andrés Torres, Mauricio Rengifo, and Andrés Leal, the song sets the tone for El Último Disco, a project positioned as a return to music’s emotional core: authentic lyrics, real storytelling, and melodies that transcend trends.
A Generational Dialogue: Pedro Vives in the Video
The official music video features Pedro Vives, the artist’s son, creating a layered generational narrative about how love is experienced across eras.
“People’s values have changed a lot,” Pedro Vives shares. “But in the song and the video, values like love and the way it used to be experienced more romantically are very important, and we really can’t leave that behind.”
Visually, the video contrasts past and present expressions of romance, reinforcing the song’s central message: connection requires intention.
Building Momentum Toward El Último Disco
“Te Dedico” not only introduces a new album cycle it signals evolution. Throughout his career, Carlos Vives has been synonymous with vallenato-pop fusion and tropical innovation. With this release, he refocuses on emotional depth while maintaining the cultural DNA that has defined his catalog.
The single arrives as Vives continues to command industry recognition. He recently received three nominations at the 2026 Premio Lo Nuestro awards, including:
- Tropical Artist of the Year
- Tropical Collaboration of the Year for “La Tierra del Olvido (Salsa Version)” with Grupo Niche
- Tropical Album of the Year for Escalona Nunca Se Había Grabado Así (Deluxe)
Tour al Sol 2026: International Dates Confirmed
In tandem with the new music era, Vives has announced his international Tour al Sol 2026, with confirmed dates across North America and Puerto Rico.
Canada
- April 16 – Toronto – Coca Cola Coliseum
- April 19 – Montreal – Bell Place
United States
- April 24 – New York, NY – Radio City Music Hall
- April 26 – New Orleans, LA – Jazz & Heritage Festival
- May 1 – Sugar Land, TX – Smart Financial Centre
- May 2 – Grand Prairie, TX – Texas Trust CU Theatre
- May 7 – Chicago, IL – Rosemont Theatre
- May 9 – Fairfax, VA – Eagle Bank Arena
- May 10 – Boston, MA – Agganis Arena
- May 14 – Seattle, WA – WAMU Theatre
- May 16 – Los Angeles, CA – Peacock Theater
- May 23 – Miami, FL – Kaseya Center
- May 24 – Orlando, FL – Kia Center
Puerto Rico
- June 5 – San Juan – Coliseo de Puerto Rico
The routing signals a major international push, placing Vives in some of the most prestigious venues across the U.S. and Canada, culminating in a Caribbean homecoming in Puerto Rico.
Why “Te Dedico” Matters Now
Carlos Vives has long balanced tradition and innovation. With “Te Dedico,” he makes a deliberate artistic choice: slow down, reconnect, and remind audiences why songs were once written to be given.
As Latin music continues to globalize and evolve, Vives’ return to intentional romance positions El Último Disco as more than a releas it’s a cultural statement about preserving emotional depth in an era of constant scroll.
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