FloyyMenor on Billboard Charts: 'We'll Keep Breaking Records and Making Hits'

FloyyMenor continues to make waves with his Chilean reggaetón, highlighted in his viral hit “Gata Only” – which has become a sensation on TikTok and Bulletin board charts — as well as his debut EP, El Comienzo.

The 2024 Chilean star recently stopped by the Bulletin board offices to discuss his creative journey and ambitions in New York, his first visit to the bustling metropolis.

“When I was a child, my dream was always to speak English and come to the United States,” says FloyyMenor. Billboard Españolreminiscing about his childhood dream, now a reality as he experiences the city that matches the movies he watched growing up. Additionally, on Friday (October 11), he made history as the first Chilean they light up the Empire State Building in the colors of its national flag.

His musical success began with tracks like 2023's 'Pa la Europa' and soared with 'Gata Only', a collaboration with fellow Chilean artist Cris MJ that turned them into brothers in music and made chart history. Impressively, the track became the first from the Chilean to enter the top 10 Bulletin boardThe Hot Latin Songs chart in 25 years, from “Tú Sabes Bien” by La Ley and Ednita Nazario. It also spent 14 consecutive weeks at No. 1.

Having debuted his EP El Comienzo In August, FloyyMenor explores the roots of his career interwoven with fresh sounds, with songs like “Peligrosa” and “Apaga el Cel”. The album speaks volumes about principles, yet each track boldly steps into wider, international realms. “We will continue to break [records] and making hits; this is also just the beginning, as my album says,” he adds.

FloyyMenor will participate in Billboard Latin Music Week. On Friday (October 18), the singer-rapper will perform at the Billboard Latin Music Week 35th Anniversary Celebration! presented by Smirnoff Spicy Tamarind alongside Belinda, Elvis Crespo, Tito Double P, Young Miko and George Harris comedy set at The Fillmore Miami Beach. Get your tickets here.

Watch the full interview above.