Reggaeton superstar Daddy Yankee makes his comeback to the music scene with a new Christian song titled “Sonríele”. After announcing his retirement from the stage in 2022 and giving a final concert in San Juan, Puerto Rico, in 2023 to focus on his Christian faith, the renowned artist has returned to music. In this new chapter, he presents the single “Sonríele,” a song in which he encourages people not to give up and to keep their hopes alive and faith in God. Additionally, with this new release, Daddy Yankee adopts the stage name DY, marking a significant shift in his career.
Sonríele: Daddy Yankee’s new song
Just one day after its release, DY’s “Sonríele” had already accumulated more than one million streams on major digital platforms. The song conveys a message of optimism, gratitude, and resilience.
More than just a musical comeback, this song symbolizes a new spiritual and emotional chapter in his life. It invites people to smile at life even in the midst of difficulties, promoting the idea that joy can heal the soul, emphasizing the importance of being thankful every day and valuing the little things.
The lyrics reflect Daddy Yankee’s, now DY, Christian faith, with phrases like “I walk with the Nazarene” and “Thank you for all the good and not-so-good things.” In recent interviews, the artist shared: “Life isn’t perfect, but you have to smile despite everything. This song was born from what we experience every day. It’s my way of telling people not to give up, to value the small things, and never let anyone take away their joy.”
With this new song, DY closes his chapter as a secular artist and begins a new phase as a Christian singer. DY, whose real name is Ramón Luis Ayala Rodríguez, is now serving as a pastor.
DY, a new name for a new beginning
After releasing his new song, the artist surprised his fans by presenting himself with the new stage name DY. It is believed that this decision is related to legal issues stemming from his recent divorce from Mireddys González (also known as Mandy Friedman), with whom he shared business ventures and the Daddy Yankee brand.
Reportedly, all earnings obtained under the name “Daddy Yankee” must be shared with his ex-wife and her sister, which is why he may have chosen to create a new identity for his future projects to avoid involving them financially.
Additionally, it is also believed that this new name aligns with his new image as a Christian singer, who now focuses his lyrics and message on faith and spirituality. With DY, the artist seeks to mark a clear before and after in his career, reflecting both his personal and artistic transformation.