Maluma is back with “Cosas Pendientes,” his first solo single since June, and the first taste of a new musical era for the Colombian star.
Written by Maluma, Edgar Barrera, Keityn and Casta, “Cosas Pendientes” arrived Thursday alongside a sultry and action-packed music video produced by Royalty Films. In a press release, the single is described as Maluma’s first release showcasing his “+Pretty +Dirty era,” a nod to the luxurious visual world he launched in 2015.
“This new era is focused on amplifying the signature charm and raw energy of his work, while exploring new sonic and thematic layers that show growth without losing the essence of what made the original 2015 Pretty Boy, Dirty Boy era so captivating.”
The release of “Cosas Pendientes” is also meant to be a heartfelt nod to his day-one fans. On Thursday, Maluma celebrated the release of the new single by driving a double decker bus around his hometown of Medellín, Colombia. He played the new single on speakers until a crowd eventually formed to sing-along to the freshly-released song.
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This follows his part in Karol G’s “+57” single that also featured Colombian acts J Balvin, Blessd, Feid and Ryan Castro. Outside of the studio, Maluma recently unveiled his new athletic-wear brand, Remanence, with a fashion show in Medellín. As the owner and creative director of the line, Maluma touted the importance of eco-friendly fashion responsible practices, with all of his clothing having been designed entirely in Colombia using renewable energy.
Watch the video below.