Black Eyed Peas, J Balvin - Ritmo (bad Boys For Life) (official Music Video) May 2026

The secret sauce of "RITMO" is its reimagining of 1993 dance anthem, "The Rhythm of the Night" . Frontman will.i.am described the vision as "minimal, futurist, and afro-fused reggaeton".

The Rhythm is Back: How "RITMO" Recharged the Black Eyed Peas The secret sauce of "RITMO" is its reimagining

By layering Balvin's infectious Spanish verses over the iconic Eurodance chorus, the group successfully bridged the gap between Latin music and American hip-hop. The song also cleverly samples: "Rebel Without a Pause". Tag Team's "Whoomp! (There It Is)". Visuals: "Tron" Meets Miami Action The song also cleverly samples: "Rebel Without a Pause"

When the teamed up with reggaeton powerhouse J Balvin for "RITMO (Bad Boys For Life)" , they didn't just release a song—they staged a massive comeback. Released in October 2019 as the lead single for the Bad Boys for Life soundtrack, the track became a global juggernaut, blending 90s nostalgia with cutting-edge futuristic vibes. A Masterclass in Sampling Visuals: "Tron" Meets Miami Action When the teamed