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Miami, FL – May 6, 2026 – Colombian hitmaker Keityn (Kevin Cruz) was recognized last night as ASCAP Latin Songwriter of the Year 2026, earning his third win in the category and reaffirming his position as one of the most influential songwriters in Latin music today.
The recognition arrives driven by the sustained performance of a catalog of hits that has dominated global consumption throughout the latest cycle, including “Ángel,” “Coleccionando Heridas,” “Cosas Pendientes,” “Doblexxó,” “El Amor de Su Vida,” “Hiekka,” and “mi refe.” The group of songs reflects not only the commercial reach of his repertoire, but also his ability to navigate different sounds and styles within the contemporary Latin landscape.
Following consecutive wins in 2023 and 2024, this third recognition places Keityn among a select group of songwriters who have achieved multiple ASCAP victories and solidifies him as one of the most consistent figures of the current generation in the global streaming era. More than a passing streak, his impact reflects a constant presence at the creative core of the songs driving Latin music consumption worldwide.
Throughout his career, Keityn has played a key role in shaping some of modern Latin pop’s biggest hits, including “Monotonía” and “Acróstico” by Shakira, as well as “Amargura,” “Tusa,” “Provenza,” “Cairo,” and “Mi Ex Tenía Razón” by Karol G, while also collaborating with artists such as J Balvin, Sebastián Yatra, Manuel Turizo, and Ozuna. His approach —marked by emotionally direct storytelling, melodic sensitivity, and the ability to move seamlessly across genres— has made him one of the most influential creative forces in Latin music today.
“This award represents many years of hard work and an incredible team. The most important thing for me has always been making music that genuinely connects with people,” expressed Keityn.
The award —presented by the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers— honors the songwriters behind the best-performing songs of the latest cycle in terms of consumption, airplay, and cultural impact. Held in Miami, the private ceremony brings together some of the industry’s leading figures to recognize the creators behind the biggest hits in the Latin market.
With this third ASCAP Latin Songwriter of the Year award, Keityn moves beyond being a success story to becoming a benchmark in contemporary Latin songwriting. At a moment of maximum global expansion for the genre, his name continues to appear consistently at the creative center of the songs shaping the sound of a generation.
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