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Miami, FL – November 6, 2026 – Grupo 5 celebrated a historic night at the 2026 HEAT Latin Music Awards, taking home its first-ever award at the ceremony in the Best Tropical Artist category, reaffirming its position as one of the leading exponents of Peruvian cumbia on the international music scene. The iconic group received the honor during the ceremony held on Thursday, November 5, in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, triumphing in a category that included prominent Latin music stars such as Carlos Vives, Romeo Santos, Prince Royce, Olga Tañón, and Los Ángeles Azules.
The recognition held special emotional significance for brothers Christian, Andy, and Elmer Yaipén, who took the stage to accept the award and honor the legacy of their father, Elmer Yaipén, founder of Grupo 5. “We dedicate this award to our father, our beloved Papito Elmer, who is watching over us from heaven,” Christian expressed. He also highlighted the group’s 53-year history and thanked the fans whose votes made this achievement possible.
The celebration continued with another memorable moment as Grupo 5 shared the stage with Olga Tañón to perform “Que se vaya,” as part of a tribute honoring the Puerto Rican singer’s remarkable career. The group also joined Mar Solís in presenting the artist with a special recognition, while Tañón expressed her admiration for Grupo 5, referring to them as “the greatest in Peru.” The musical collaboration brought together two influential names in Latin tropical music for a performance that celebrated the connection between their respective legacies.
Founded in 1973 in Monsefú, Peru, and currently led by the second generation of the Yaipén family, Grupo 5 has built a career that transcends generations and borders. With hits such as “Motor y motivo,” “El ritmo de mi corazón,” and “Te vas,” along with massive concerts at Lima’s San Marcos and National Stadiums, the group has cemented its status as one of the most influential acts in Peruvian cumbia.
Grupo 5 continues to evolve its musical sound with releases such as “El secreto.” This first victory at the HEAT Latin Music Awards adds another milestone to its more than five decades of history, reaffirming the enduring legacy of a family whose musical influence continues to leave its mark on Latin tropical music.
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