Palabra De To’s (2024)

“Palabra de To’s” (2024) by Carín León, one of the standout Latin albums of the year, and its 2025 deluxe edition, Palabra de To’s (Seca)

Overview & Background

• Released: December 5, 2024 (original version).

• Recorded live in Hermosillo, Sonora, at Onda Sonora Studios, meant to reconnect Carín León with his northern Mexican roots.

• Creative team: Curated by Grammy-winner Édgar Barrera, featuring 28 Mexican songwriters. Produced by León, Antonio Zepeda, and Alberto Medina.

The album title is a play on “Palabra de todos” (“Everyone’s Word”) and “tos” (cough/disruption), symbolizing the collective voice of the Mexican songwriting community.

Bonus Tracks:

1. Si Tú Me Vieras (ft. Maluma) – Bittersweet love ballad with regional-tumbado influences.

2. Me Está Doliendo (ft. Alejandro Fernández) – Classic ranchera powerhouse duet.

3. Tres Pesos – Rootsy, story-driven lyrics.

4. Por La Suave – Debuted on NPR’s Tiny Desk; went viral with over 13M views.

• Serves as a bridge to his 2025 European tour (Boca Chueca Tour), and showcases León’s range between pop crossover and regional purity.

“Palabra de To’s” is a landmark for Carín León — a bold, collective tribute to Mexican songwriting, packed with live emotion and traditional sounds. The Seca edition solidifies his global presence and musical versatility.