Chart-Topping Success: J Balvin's 'Si Te Vas' Hits No. 1 on Billboard's Latin Airplay Chart
J Balvin achieves his 40th No. 1 hit on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart with “Si Te Vas,” featuring Jay Wheeler, as the song rises to the top spot on the March 21 ranking. This marks Wheeler's third chart-topper. The track's success is attributed to a 19% increase in audience impressions, reaching 8.2 million in the United States during the tracking week ending March 12. Released in August through Sueños Globales/Capitol/Interscope Capitol, the song made a significant climb from No. 32 to No. 1 in just four weeks, showcasing its popularity among fans.
J Balvin expresses his gratitude for collaborating with Jay Wheeler on “Si Te Vas,” emphasizing the special element Wheeler brought to the record. The song's rapid ascent to No. 1 reflects the strong connection it has established with listeners. Wheeler also shares his admiration for J Balvin, highlighting the significance of their collaboration and the validation of their music resonating with a wide audience. This achievement marks Wheeler's third chart-topping success, following his previous hits in 2021 and subsequent top 3 entries in the following years.
In addition to its No. 1 position on Latin Airplay, “Si Te Vas” secures a second week atop Latin Rhythm Airplay, further solidifying its impact on the charts. The song's success extends to Hot Latin Rhythm Songs, where it climbs from 24 to 12, showcasing its growing popularity. Meanwhile, on the Latin Pop Airplay chart, Shakira's collaboration with Beéle, “Algo Tú,” debuts at No. 5, marking Shakira's 46th top 10 entry and tying her with Enrique Iglesias for the most top 10 hits in the chart's history. This achievement underscores Shakira's enduring influence in the Latin music industry and her consistent chart success over the years.
With 3 million audience impressions, “Algo Tú” represents Shakira's return to the Latin Pop Airplay chart after nearly a year, following her previous hit “Bésame” with Alejandro Sanz in June 2025. Beéle also celebrates his fourth top 10 entry on the chart, with “Algo Tú” marking his first appearance since “Cobarde” with Sofía Reyes in 2024. The collaboration between Shakira and Beéle showcases their combined star power and musical prowess, resonating with audiences and earning a spot among the top hits in Latin pop music.
In conclusion, J Balvin and Jay Wheeler's “Si Te Vas” continues to dominate the Latin Airplay chart, securing its place as a fan-favorite track. Shakira's collaboration with Beéle on “Algo Tú” also makes a strong debut on the Latin Pop Airplay chart, further solidifying her status as a chart-topping artist. These achievements highlight the diverse and dynamic landscape of Latin music, with artists like J Balvin, Jay Wheeler, Shakira, and Beéle captivating audiences with their infectious melodies and compelling collaborations.