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 singer and songwriter prominent in reggaeton and urban pop. Her accolades include a Grammy, eight Latin Grammy Awards, and five Billboard Music Awards. Billboard recognized her as Woman of the Year and with a Rulebreaker Award. She also received the Spirit of Hope Award at the Billboard Latin Music Awards and holds eleven Guinness World Records, solidifying her impact on the music industry.
2000: "China" samples Shaggy's "It Wasn't Me"
In July 2019, Karol G collaborated with Anuel AA, Daddy Yankee, Ozuna and J Balvin for the song "China", which samples Shaggy's 2000 hit, "It Wasn't Me".
2007: Released "En la Playa"
In 2007, Karol G recorded and released the song "En la Playa" (On the Beach).
2008: Released "Por Ti"
In 2008, Karol G recorded and released the song "Por Ti" (For You).
2009: Released "Dime Que Sí"
In 2009, Karol G recorded and released the song "Dime Que Sí" (Tell Me Yes).
2010: Released "Mil Maneras"
In 2010, Karol G recorded and released the song "Mil Maneras" (A Thousand Ways).
2011: Sang backup for Reykon
In 2011, Karol G sang backup for other artists during her studies, including Reykon, recording the song "Tu Juguete" (Your Toy).
2012: Recorded "301" with Reykon
In 2012, Karol G sang backup for other artists during her studies, including Reykon, recording the song "301".
2013: Collaboration with Nicky Jam on "Amor de Dos"
In 2013, Karol G's increased publicity led to her collaboration with Nicky Jam on the song "Amor de Dos" (The Love of Two).
2014: Move to New York
In 2014, Karol G moved to New York to further her music industry knowledge and signed with Universal Music Latino.
2016: Signed with Universal Music Latino
In 2016, Karol G signed with Universal Music Latino. During that year, she released 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, offering advice to children 6–11 years of age who performed on the show.
October 2017: Release of Debut Album Unstoppable
In October 2017, Karol G released her debut studio album, Unstoppable, which debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart.
March 2018: Released "Pineapple" music video and Billboard Nomination
In March 2018, Karol G released the jungle-inspired music video for her single "Pineapple" and was announced as a nominee for the Billboard Latin Music Awards' Top Female Artist of the Year.
April 2018: Collaboration with Tini on "Princesa"
On 6 April 2018, Karol G collaborated with Argentine singer Tini on the song "Princesa", from Tini's second studio album Quiero Volver.
May 2018: Released "Mi Cama"
In May 2018, Karol G released "Mi Cama" (My Bed), which became a commercial success.
2018: Hit "Secreto" and Relationship Confirmation
In late 2018, Karol G's duet "Secreto" with Anuel AA became a hit in Latin America, and they publicly confirmed their relationship via the music video.
January 2019: Released "Secreto" and confirmed relationship with Anuel AA
In January 2019, Karol G released the single "Secreto" (Secret) with Anuel AA; the song's accompanying music video confirmed their romantic relationship.
May 2019: Release of Album Ocean
In May 2019, Karol G released the album Ocean, a stylistic departure from Unstoppable with a more relaxed sound, incorporating reggaetón influences.
July 2019: Collaboration on "China"
In July 2019, Karol G collaborated with Anuel AA, Daddy Yankee, Ozuna and J Balvin for the song "China", which samples Shaggy's 2000 hit, "It Wasn't Me".
August 2019: "China" chart performance
In August 2019, "China" debuted at No. 2 on Billboard's Hot Latin Songs chart.
November 2019: Released "Tusa"
Karol G released "Tusa", featuring Nicki Minaj, on 7 November 2019, as the first single from her album KG0516.
January 2020: "Tusa" premiered on American television
Karol G premiered the song "Tusa" on American television on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on 10 January 2020.
April 2020: Released "Follow" with Anuel AA
In April 2020, Karol G released the single and video for "Follow" with Anuel AA, recorded during quarantine in Miami due to the COVID-19 pandemic. She also collaborated with the Jonas Brothers on the song "X".
2020: Latin Grammy Nominations
In 2020, Karol G received four nominations at the Latin Grammy Awards.
March 2021: Announced Release of KG0516
On 17 March 2021, Karol G announced the release of her upcoming album KG0516, as well as its release date and cover art.
September 2021: Released "Sejodioto"
Karol G released "Sejodioto" on 21 September 2021.
October 2021: Teamed up with Smirnoff for "Sabor for the People" campaign
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
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and into early 2021, Karol G released successful songs leading up to her third album, KG0516, which was released in the spring of 2021 and topped the US Latin albums chart.
February 2022: Partnership with Crocs
On 14 February 2022, Karol G and Crocs announced a partnership by unveiling two different shoe silhouettes.
April 2022: Released "Provenza"
In April 2022, Karol G released "Provenza" as the lead single of the then unannounced album, Mañana Será Bonito. The song became a commercial success.
August 2022: Released "Gatúbela"
In August 2022 Karol G released "Gatúbela" alongside Puerto Rican rapper Maldy from Reggaeton duo Plan B. Its music video was initially banned online in certain countries for being sexually provocative.
February 2023: Karol G at Viña del Mar and release of "Mañana Será Bonito"
In February 2023, Karol G headlined the Viña del Mar International Song Festival and on February 24th, released her album "Mañana Será Bonito" which features the collaboration "TQG" with Shakira. The album reached number one on the Billboard 200, making it the first Spanish-language album by a female artist to debut at number one. "TQG" peaked at number seven on the Billboard Hot 100. The album won awards for Album of the Year and Best Urban Music Album at the Latin Grammy Awards and Best Música Urbana Album at the Grammy Awards.
June 2023: Karol G signs with Interscope Records and releases "Watati"
In June 2023, Karol G signed with Interscope Records. On June 2nd, 2023, she released "Watati", a promotional single from Barbie the Album, featuring Aldo Ranks. The music video for the song was released on June 15th, 2023.
2023: Release of Mañana Será Bonito
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 US Billboard 200. She also achieved her highest-charting single on the US Billboard Hot 100 with "TQG," a collaboration with Shakira, reaching No. 7.
June 2024: Release of "Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido"
On June 20, 2024, Karol G released her single, "Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido", which is her venture into merengue music. The song peaked at the top of the Hot Latin Songs chart and reached number 32 on the Billboard Hot 100.
August 2024: Karol G in Fortnite Battle Royale
In August 2024, Karol G was added to Fortnite Battle Royale as an outfit, with an additional outfit in the Fortnite Festival Season Pass. She also had instruments, a limited-time in-game concert, and other themed content.
November 2024: Release of the single "+57"
In November 2024, Karol G released the single "+57," a collaboration featuring Feid, J Balvin, Maluma, Ryan Castro, Blessd, and producer Ovy on the Drums. The track achieved significant chart success.
2024: Appearance in "Griselda"
In 2024, Karol G appeared in a recurring role in the Netflix miniseries "Griselda", starring Sofía Vergara.
2024: Billboard's Woman of the Year
In 2024, Karol G was named Woman of the Year at Billboard Women in Music, being the first Latina to achieve this recognition.
2024: Grammy Award Win
In early 2024, Karol G received her first Grammy Award at the 66th annual ceremony for the Música Urbana Album category.
June 2025: Release of "Tropicoqueta"
On June 20, 2025, Karol G published her 5th album "Tropicoqueta", which features collaborations with artists like Feid and Greeicy.
September 2025: Karol G performs at NFL Brazil game halftime show
On September 5, 2025, Karol G performed at the halftime show of the National Football League's Brazil game.
November 2025: Release of "Única" with Tainy
In November 2025, Karol G, along with Tainy, released the song “Única,” the second single from Tainy's album. The artwork was created by Yoshitaka Amano. The music video quickly gained 5 million views on YouTube.
2025: Appearance at Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2025
In 2025, Karol G appeared at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2025, where she performed two songs from her album, Tropicoqueta, and walked the runway. Karol G is the first ever Colombian artist to perform, or walk for the Victoria Secret Fashion Show.
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