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Camila Cabello’s new album is ‘a love letter to Miami’

It’s a vibrant homage to her roots and a celebration of Miami’s diverse cultural tapestry


Shirley Gomez
Senior Writer
MARCH 21, 2024 1:12 PM EDT

Camila Cabello’s latest musical endeavor has been unveiled, and it’s much more than just an album; it’s a vibrant homage to her roots and a celebration of Miami’s diverse cultural tapestry. In a recent interview with Paper Magazine, the Cuban-American singer expressed that her fourth studio album is a love letter to Miami, capturing the essence of the city’s eclectic music scene and cultural fusion.

“Miami’s a city where you drive with your windows down and hear Afrobeat, and Reggaeton, and Hip Hop and pop. It’s such a melting pot of music and of culture,” Cabello said.

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Reflecting on her journey through previous albums, Cabello acknowledges a newfound confidence and liberation in her current work. “This is the most confident I’ve been,” she affirms. Drawing from past experiences where she may have wavered, she’s embraced a bold authenticity, steering clear of external influences and staying true to her artistic vision.

Cabello also took the opportunity to address recent comparisons to fellow artist Charli XCX. Setting the record straight, she admired Charli and her music, dismissing any notion of rivalry. “I love Charli and I love Charli’s music, so I think [comparing us is] a huge compliment,” she asserts, dispelling any rumors of animosity. With mutual respect and camaraderie, Cabello emphasizes that there’s no beef between them, quelling speculation.

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(L R) Charli XCX, Camila Cabello, and Taylor Swift perform onstage during the 2018 reputation Stadium Tour at Soldier Field on June 1, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois.

As fans eagerly await the release of Camila Cabello’s latest album, they can expect a thrilling musical journey that showcases her artistic growth and honors Miami’s vibrant culture.

Camila Cabello is putting the final touches on her upcoming era

The 26-year-old singer, who has been teasing her new album on social media, is filming a new project in the Dominican Republic with her team, with many believing that her album will be accompanied by new visuals.

Fans of the singer pointed out that she is currently rehearsing in the Dominican Republic, at a dance studio located in Santo Domingo. Camila posted a series of photos with her backup dancers in the background while wearing a casual ensemble after what seemed to be a rehearsal. “The dance studio where Camila Cabello posted the latest photos on Instagram is the ‘Royalty Dance Place’ located in the Dominican Republic,” one online user wrote.