Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido

"Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido" is a merengue song, a type of music and dance of the Dominican Republic. The song title translates to "If I Had Known You Before." On the track, Karol G explores the regret of not meeting her romantic partner sooner. Their love could have blossomed much earlier, leading to a longer stretch of happiness.

Karol G co-wrote and co-produced the song with: Edgar Barrera, a Mexican songwriter and producer based in Miami. He's contributed to numerous hit songs, including Maluma's "Hawái" and Fuerza Regida's "Bebe Dame." Sky Rompiendo, a Colombian producer, songwriter, and DJ who's worked with the likes of J Balvin, Rosalía and David Guetta. Andrés Jael Correa Ríos, another Colombian songwriter who previously teamed up with Karol G on "Mi Ex Tenía Razón" also helped compose the song.

Karol G debuted "Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido" live on June 18, 2024, at London's O2 Arena, two days before its official release. Later, she took to Instagram to explain her love for the Dominican Republic, the inspiration behind the song's merengue vibes. "I worked on part of Mañana Sera Bonito there, and when I need to disconnect from the world and connect with myself, I also go there," she wrote. "Its culture, its music, its colors, the hospitality, the energy... everything feels very authentic and special there. Its people have embraced me in a way that fills my heart and inspires me all the time."