Kany García – Puerta Abierta Era
Welcome to a candid conversation with Kany García as she invites us through Puerta Abierta, a deeply personal return to her core artistry. In this dialogue, Kany opens the door to a reflective space where adult and young Kany meet, revealing the threads that tie her past, present, and future together. Join us for a heartfelt talk about music that invites you to go at your own pace, find joy in the journey, and listen for the voices that live inside the songs.
FEATURE INTERVIEW:
Puerta Abierta marks a return to your core. How would you describe the moment you decided to open this door and invite us into your inner world?
I always remembered that moment because it was at the end of the García tour, my last album, and I always had that question about where am I going now? For some reason all of the answers seemed to lead to my past, my childhood, my hometown, so that’s where I wanted to take this new record.
The album centers on an imagined dialogue between adult Kany and young Kany. If you could give that younger self one piece of advice right now, what would it be?
Take is EASY!! enjoy the ride!! It’s fine to go at your own pace.
How does that message transform the way you perform or present your music today?
Ohh thats a good one! Well .. I’m trying to carry the same message. This upcoming tour is going to be a very long journey so I’m trying to find joy in every moment that I’m currently living.
Puerta Abierta marks a sonic return to your Puerto Rican sensibilities. Which textures, rhythms, or codes from your early years most influenced the fresh arrangements on this album?
I love playing salsa and Caribbean rhythms at my home so I tried to incorporate many of the instruments and elements of those arrangements into these new songs.
Are there specific instruments or production choices you’re especially proud of?
Yes! In “Puerta Abierta” (the song) I worked with Christian Nieves one of the most incredible “cuatrista” players of Puerto Rico. I gave him the song so he could produce that one from his hometown in the center of the mountains in Puerto Rico.
Tierra Mía and La Mala Era Yo: These tracks deepen the internal dialogue. How do you balance vulnerability with empowerment when you turn inward on stage or in a music video?
I think real empowerment is born from vulnerability. It comes from having lived through heartbreak, through difficult moments, and choosing to face them. So for me, those emotions are never separate—they exist together. I don’t try to choose between being strong or being fragile, I allow myself to be both at the same time.
“Amor Bonito” with Juan Luis Guerra: Collaborations can redefine a song’s soul. How did this partnership evolve into a focus track that feels both joyful and timeless?
It was a very special collab because I have always admired Juan Luis, and I think it’s a song for those kind of mature loves. When I think of the lyrics of “amor bonito” I think it’s a song that i need to be in thru many things to say those kind of lyrics so this was the moment and Juan Luis it was the perfect Partner for that.
This collaboration felt incredibly special from the very beginning because I’ve always deeply admired Juan Luis. There’s a level of artistry, warmth, and authenticity in his music that naturally brings a sense of timelessness. “Amor Bonito” speaks to a more mature kind of love—the kind that’s been tested, that has gone through different phases.
When I think about the lyrics, I feel like they come from a place you can only reach after living, after learning, after going through both beautiful and difficult moments. That’s why Juan Luis was the perfect partner. He embodies that depth and elegance in the way he interprets music. Together, I think we were able to create something that feels joyful and light, but also carries a deeper emotional weight—something that can live on and resonate across time.
If you had to curate a dream studio session with any two legends, who would you choose and why?
John Lennon and Juan Gabriel. For me, it would be a space to explore emotion from every angle: the quiet, reflective side and the bold, unapologetic one. I feel like the result would be a song that not only says something meaningful, but truly feels unforgettable.
Yuridia and Nathy Peluso bring distinct worlds into Puerta Abierta. How do these collaborations expand your own voice without diluting it?
AMAZING!! Yuridia represents such a strong voice in Regional Mexicano, and having her say things like “I’m guilty too, I’m responsible for my own mistakes instead of always blaming someone else” feels really powerful and necessary.
And having Nathy Peluso on the project was an honor!! She has the freedom and credibility to explore any sound she wants, and she does salsa and tropical music incredibly well. I learned so much from both of them. I think these collaborations expand my voice, because they allow me to step into new perspectives while still staying true to who I am.
Are there genres or cultural conversations you’re eager to explore in future projects?
I’m not super clear about the future right now because I just released this new album, but of course I want to keep exploring many other rhythms.
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