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Black Eyed Peas & J Balvin's 'Ritmo' Will Take You Back in Time

When the teamed up with Colombian superstar J Balvin for " RITMO (Bad Boys For Life) ," they didn't just release a single; they signaled a major shift in their musical identity. Released in October 2019 as the lead single for the Bad Boys for Life soundtrack, the track became a global phenomenon, bridging the gap between '90s nostalgia and modern reggaeton. The Sound: "Retro Futurism" Black Eyed Peas, J Balvin - RITMO (Bad Boys For Life)

The track’s undeniable energy comes from its heavy use of . Frontman will.i.am described the production goal as "minimal, futurist, afro-fused reggaeton vibe". Beyond the iconic Eurodance hook, the song layers in additional samples, including: Public Enemy’s "Rebel Without a Pause" Tag Team’s "Whoomp! (There It Is)" A Cross-Cultural Collaboration Black Eyed Peas & J Balvin's 'Ritmo' Will

An international success, reaching the top spot in countries like . Frontman will

"RITMO" proved to be a slow-burning crossover hit that eventually dominated multiple Billboard charts: