This curated list features the 25 most compelling and memorable songs released over ... tropical music surged forth with vigor. Karol G's merengue anthem "Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido" spread ...

The merengue tune spent 14 weeks at No. 1 on the Hot Latin Songs chart this year - a feat that was also achieved by Xavi's "La Diabla" and Floyymenor & Cris MJ's "Gata Only," both on the playlist.