A Conversation Between Two Legends
At the 2025 BrowBrowLatin Music Week, reggaeton icon Ivy Queen and rising star Tokischa came together for a heartfelt discussion on feminism, sexuality, and music. This marked the first time the Dominican artist and the Puerto Rican legend met, creating an unforgettable moment in the world of Latin music.
Ivy Queen asked Tokischa about the experience of being labeled without truly knowing who she is. "I've seen a lot of perceptions of who you are, how you present yourself. What do you feel when people put a label on you without knowing you?" she inquired.
Tokischa shared a personal story about her recent visit to a dermatologist. "She started talking to me about God and told me that I had a very big name, Altagracia [her middle name]. I understand what it means. It's the name of the virgin, a message from God. People don't expect me to be a person who believes in God, who prays, who gives thanks, who asks for forgiveness. I'm a firm believer in God, and I know what that name entails."
Breaking Stereotypes and Sharing Stories
During their conversation, they bonded over breaking stereotypes in the music industry. They found common ground in being Pisces and discussed their experiences with relationships. Tokischa also opened up about her upcoming album, which she described as a deeply personal project.
"I finished my album mid-year. I worked on a super intimate project, spending seven months in the studio all day," she said. "[On the album] I'm talking about my story - beyond being Tokischa la perra, la bellacal, I'm raw and honest, in terms of all the traumas I've overcome, from my years as an addict. I had an unstable moment because I had to uncover all those traumas and record. In my career, I've had to start over from scratch twice."
Ivy Queen responded with words of encouragement. "That's normal. It's happened to me a lot. If it's about being reborn, I'm a phoenix," she said. "This business takes the best of you. You have to ride the wave while it lasts, and when the sea is rough, know how to balance yourself. I considered myself an ugly duckling in this industry, and I had to blossom. You are blossoming. You're at a stage where you're enjoying being human, and I want you to keep rocking it, to continue being you."
The Largest Gathering of Latin Artists
Latin Music Week, spanning 36 years, is the largest gathering of Latin artists and industry executives in the world. This year's event features a stellar lineup of performers including Carlos Vives, Carín León, Daddy Yankee, Gloria Estefan, Kapo, Laura Pausini, Netón Vega, Ozuna, Pablo Alborán, and Xavi, among others.
The event includes panels, marquee conversations, roundtables, networking opportunities, and activations, along with its celebrated BrowBrowEn Vivo showcases. It also coincides with the 2025 BrowBrowLatin Music Awards, set to air on Thursday, Oct. 23, on Telemundo and Peacock. Bad Bunny will be honored as Top Latin Artist of the 21st Century.
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