With all the international media focused on Russia's invasion and bombing of Ukraine, Miami experienced one of the great nights of the year for Latin music on Feb. 24. It was the 34th edition of the Lo Nuestro Awards, organized by the Univisión. On a positive note, the main stars of Latin music and the public were able to enjoy the event in-person.

Bad Bunny, an icon for Latin trap and reggaeton, was the king of the night. The creator of popular songs such as “Qué Pretendes” and “La cancion” was honored with six awards: Best Artist, Best Album, Best Urban Collaboration (for his “AM Remix” with Nío García and J Balvin), Best Urban Album and Perfect Mix (for  "Volví" with Aventura).

Benito was not present at the gala. The other major winner that could not attend was Karol G. In total, the woman of the night won three trophies: Best Urban Artist, Best Urban Song, and Best Song, for "Bichota."

In the bands section, CNCO was the top winner in the Pop category, where it won three awards: Best Song, Best Group and Best Pop Album. The band, which was present at the gala, thanked their suppporters for the success: “this happened thanks to you, from the people who support us. This is from you, thank you very much for the love you have given us from the beginning. It is something that we will not forget. We love you!”

Another winner was Camilo, who won the award for Best Pop Soloist of the year. Special prizes also went to Paulina Rubio, awarded for her career, Farruko for Urban Excellence, and Maluma as a global idol.

The Colombian idol wanted to extend his recognition to new emerging talents.

"I want to dedicate this to the new generation that has been making music regardless of the genre, be it reggaeton, pop, rock... what's worth it is to keep dreaming and knowing that those dreams are going to come true," he said.

He also sought to dispel stereotypes about his country. 

"Colombia is not drug trafficking, there is a lot of talent in this country, as well as too many good things in Latin America."

Together with his partners on stage, he also wore a T-shirt with the slogan: “Medallo on the map. More music, less violence.”

While big names like  Rosalía and Rauw Alejandro were not awarded, Ángela Aguilar and El Alfa were awarded as revelation artists of the year.