Si No Es Contigo

Album: single release only (2024)
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  • Cris MJ, born Christopher Andrés Álvarez García in 2001, is a Chilean singer-songwriter known for his reggaeton hits. He began his musical career as a singer in the Chilean urban music scene. His big break arrived in January 2022 with "Una Noche en Medellín" (A Night in Medellin). The track exploded on TikTok, launching Cris MJ from local hero to international star, especially across the Latin music world.

    In February 2024 Cris MJ collaborated with FloyyMenor on the single "Gata Only," which sparked a dance trend on TikTok and became a worldwide hit.
  • "Si No Es Contigo" ("If It's Not With You") is a reggaetón song with a little Middle Eastern spice thrown into the mix. The lyrics are pure devotion; a clearly smitten Cris MJ pours his heart out as he praises his romantic partner's looks and style (even her pajamas!).
  • Released on May 23, 2024, the song quickly garnered traction on social media platforms like TikTok, with users creating videos around the song. This helped propel "Si No Es Contigo" into the Hot 100, becoming Cris MJ's first solo hit.

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