Career Timeline of Karol G: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Karol G built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Karol G, born Carolina Giraldo Navarro, is a highly influential Colombian reggaeton and urban pop artist. She has garnered significant recognition, including a Grammy, six Latin Grammy Awards, and five Billboard Music Awards. Billboard honored her as Woman of the Year and with a Rulebreaker Award, while the Billboard Latin Music Awards presented her with the Spirit of Hope Award. Karol G also holds eleven Guinness World Records, solidifying her impact on the music industry.
2007: Released "En la Playa"
In 2007, Karol G recorded and released the song "En la Playa".
2009: Released "Dime Que Sí"
In 2009, Karol G released the song "Dime Que Sí".
2010: Released "Mil Maneras"
In 2010, Karol G released the song "Mil Maneras".
2011: Recorded "Tu Juguete" with Reykon
In 2011, Karol G sang backup and recorded the song "Tu Juguete" with Reykon.
2012: Recorded "301" with Reykon
In 2012, Karol G sang backup and recorded the song "301" with Reykon.
2014: Moved to New York
In 2014, Karol G moved to New York to learn more about the music industry.
2016: Signed with Universal Music Latino
In 2016, Karol G signed with Universal Music Latino and released the singles "Casi Nada", "Hello" with Ozuna, and "Muñeco de Lego".
January 2017: Joined Pequeños Gigantes USA as a Judge
In January 2017, Karol G joined the reality talent show "Pequeños Gigantes USA" (Little Giants) as a judge.
October 2017: Unstoppable Album Release
In October 2017, Karol G's debut studio album, Unstoppable, was released, debuting at #2 on the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart.
2017: Release of Unstoppable
In 2017, Karol G released her debut album "Unstoppable", featuring "Ahora Me Llama".
March 2018: Released Pineapple Music Video and Billboard Nomination
In March 2018, Karol G released the music video for her single "Pineapple" and was nominated for Billboard Latin Music Awards' Top Female Artist of the Year.
April 2018: Collaboration on Princesa
On April 6, 2018, Karol G collaborated with Tini on the song "Princesa", from Tini's album Quiero Volver.
May 2018: Released Mi Cama
In May 2018, Karol G released "Mi Cama", which became a commercial success.
August 2018: Meeting Anuel AA
In August 2018, Karol G met Puerto Rican rapper Anuel AA on the set of the music video for their song "Culpables", a month after his release from prison.
2018: Duet Secreto Released
In late 2018, Karol G and Anuel AA confirmed their relationship through the music video for their duet, "Secreto", which became a hit in Latin America.
January 2019: Released Secreto with Anuel AA
In January 2019, Karol G released the single "Secreto" with Anuel AA. The accompanying music video confirmed their romantic relationship.
April 2019: Engagement to Anuel AA
On April 25, 2019, Karol G confirmed her engagement to rapper Anuel AA by appearing at the Billboard Latin Music Awards wearing a diamond wedding ring.
May 3, 2019: Released Ocean Album
On May 3, 2019, Karol G released the album "Ocean", inspired by a moment of peace in Tenerife.
May 2019: Ocean Album Release
In May 2019, Karol G released the album "Ocean", which featured a more relaxed sound than her previous work. Popular singles included the title track.
July 2019: Collaboration on China
In July 2019, Karol G collaborated with Anuel AA, Daddy Yankee, Ozuna, and J Balvin on the song "China", which samples Shaggy's "It Wasn't Me".
August 2019: China Debuted on Billboard Hot Latin Songs Chart
In August 2019, "China" debuted at #2 on Billboard's Hot Latin Songs chart.
November 2019: China Reached #1 on Billboard Hot Latin Songs Chart and Released Tusa
In November 2019, "China" reached #1 on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart and Karol G released "Tusa", featuring Nicki Minaj.
January 2020: Premiered China on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
On January 10, 2020, Karol G premiered the song "China" on American television on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
April 2020: Release of "Follow" and collaboration with the Jonas Brothers
In April 2020, Karol G released the single and video for "Follow" with Anuel AA, which was recorded during quarantine in Miami due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Also, she collaborated with the Jonas Brothers on the song "X", featured in the group's documentary film Happiness Continues. The music video for "X" was filmed on iPhones due to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 crisis.
2020: Latin Grammy Nominations
In 2020, Karol G received four nominations at the Latin Grammy Awards.
March 2021: Announcement and release of KG0516
On March 17, 2021, Karol G announced the release of her upcoming album, KG0516, along with its release date and cover art. The tracklist was announced on March 22, and the album was released on March 26.
September 2021: Release of "Sejodioto"
On September 21, 2021, Karol G released "Sejodioto". The song became a commercial success and was later nominated for Record of the Year and Song of the Year.
October 2021: Partnership with Smirnoff
In October 2021, Karol G teamed up with Smirnoff for their "Sabor for the People" campaign. As part of the deal, her Bichota Tour was presented by Smirnoff.
2021: Release of KG0516 Album
In early 2021, Karol G released successful songs leading up to her third album, KG0516, which topped the U.S. Latin albums chart in the spring.
February 2022: Partnership with Crocs
On February 14, 2022, Karol G and Crocs announced a partnership, unveiling two different shoe silhouettes.
April 2022: Release of "Provenza"
In April 2022, Karol G released "Provenza" as the lead single of her then unannounced album, Mañana Será Bonito. The song became viral online. The title refers to a neighborhood of Medellín called Provenza.
August 2022: Release of "Gatúbela"
In August 2022 Karol G released "Gatúbela" alongside Puerto Rican rapper Maldy from Reggaeton duo Plan B. The music video was initially banned online in certain countries for being sexually provocative but was later made available. The video also takes some inspiration from older horror movies and is the first to show off Karol G's dyed red hair.
February 2023: Performance at Viña del Mar International Song Festival and release of Mañana Será Bonito
On February 19, 2023, Karol G headlined the Viña del Mar International Song Festival in Chile. On February 24, her album Mañana Será Bonito was released, along with the collaboration "TQG" with Shakira. The album peaked at number one on the Billboard 200, while the collaboration achieved her highest-charting single on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at seven.
June 2023: Signing with Interscope Records and release of "Watati"
In June 2023, Karol G signed with Interscope Records. On June 2, 2023, she released "Watati", a promotional single from Barbie the Album, featuring Aldo Ranks.
July 2023: Release of "S91"
On July 13, 2023, Karol G released a song called "S91", along with a music video directed by Pedro Artola.
August 2023: Release of Mañana Será Bonito (Bichota Season)
On August 11, 2023, Karol G released a companion mixtape to Mañana Será Bonito, called Mañana Será Bonito (Bichota Season). It includes the lead single "S91" and a second single titled "Mi Ex Tenía Razón" released on the same day. The album includes collaborations with Peso Pluma, Kali Uchis, and Tiësto, among others.
2023: Mañana Será Bonito Album Release
In the spring of 2023, Karol G released her fourth album, "Mañana Será Bonito", which became the first Spanish-language album by a female artist to debut at No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard 200. Her collaboration with Shakira, "TQG", reached No. 7 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.
August 2024: Addition to Fortnite Battle Royale
In August 2024, Karol G was added to Fortnite Battle Royale as an outfit, with an additional outfit included in the Fortnite Festival Season Pass. She also received instruments and a limited-time in-game concert.
November 2024: Release of "+57"
In November 2024, Karol G released the single "+57", a collaboration featuring Colombian artists Feid, J Balvin, Maluma, Ryan Castro, Blessd, and producer Ovy on the Drums.
2024: Named Woman of the Year at Billboard Women in Music
In 2024, Karol G became the first Latina named Woman of the Year at Billboard Women in Music.
2024: First Grammy Award
In early 2024, Karol G received her first Grammy Award for Música Urbana Album.
May 2025: "Karol G, J Balvin, Maluma y más en el junte del año: ¿cuándo se estrena '+57'?" Retrieved
On May 2025, Los40 retrieved "Karol G, J Balvin, Maluma y más en el junte del año: ¿cuándo se estrena '+57'?".
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