Justin Quiles and Lenny Tavárez, two of the hottest stars in the Latin music scene, had a chance to sit down and chat with Billboard’s Ingrid Fajardo and Jessica Roiz on the red carpet of Premio Lo Nuestro 2026. The annual awards show, which celebrates the best and brightest in Latin music, was a star-studded event filled with exciting performances and well-deserved accolades.
Quiles and Tavárez, who both have had an incredible year in their careers, were nominated for several Premio Lo Nuestro awards, including Best Urban Collaboration for their hit song “La Nota.” As they walked the red carpet, they couldn’t contain their excitement and were more than happy to stop and talk with Billboard’s reporters.
The first topic of discussion was, of course, their nomination for Best Urban Collaboration. Quiles and Tavárez shared how grateful they were to be recognized for their work and how proud they were of the impact “La Nota” had on their fans.
“It’s always an honor to be nominated for an award, especially one as prestigious as Premio Lo Nuestro,” Quiles expressed. “But what truly makes us happy is seeing how much our fans love and connect with ‘La Nota.’ That’s what drives us to continue making music.”
Tavárez added, “We never expected the success and recognition that this song has brought us. We just wanted to make good music and share it with the world. To see how much it has resonated with people is truly a humbling experience.”
As they continued to chat, the conversation naturally turned to their collaboration on “La Nota” and how their styles complement each other so well. Both artists agreed that the chemistry between them was palpable, and they had a lot of fun working together.
“We have been friends for a long time, and we have always talked about collaborating on a song,” Tavárez shared. “When the opportunity came, we took it, and it just felt right. Our voices and styles blended perfectly, and we knew we had something special.”
Quiles added, “We have a lot of respect and admiration for each other, and that’s what made working together so easy. We both bring something unique to the table, and that’s what makes our collaboration so special.”
Not only did “La Nota” garner them a nomination, but it also landed them a spot on the Premio Lo Nuestro stage. The duo gave an electrifying performance of the song, and the audience couldn’t get enough. Fajardo and Roiz asked them about their experience performing at the awards show, and Quiles and Tavárez could barely contain their excitement.
“It was an adrenaline rush like no other,” Quiles exclaimed. “To be able to perform on the same stage as some of the biggest names in Latin music is a dream come true. We put all our energy and passion into that performance, and we hope the audience could feel it.”
Tavárez added, “We wanted to give the audience a taste of what it’s like when we perform live. We wanted to bring that energy and show them what we’re all about. It was an incredible experience.”
As the interview came to an end, Fajardo and Roiz couldn’t help but ask about the future plans for Quiles and Tavárez. Both artists have had successful solo careers, but fans are eager to know if there will be more collaborations in the future.
“We definitely have more surprises in store for our fans,” Quiles revealed with a smile. “We have a lot of respect for each other’s individual projects, but when the time is right, we will come together again and make more music together.”
Tavárez echoed Quiles’ sentiment, “We have a great chemistry, and we both know that when we come together, we create something special. So, yes, there will definitely be more collaborations in the future.”
The red carpet chat with Justin Quiles and Lenny Tavárez on Premio Lo Nuestro 2026 was a testament to their hard work and dedication to their craft. Their talent, passion, and genuine friendship were evident in every word they spoke, and it’s no wonder they have captured the hearts of millions of fans worldwide. We can’t wait to see what else they have in store for us
