Hawaira
| Hawaira | |
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| Studio album by | |
| Released | November 11, 2022 |
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| Length | 21:02 |
| Label | Sony Music Entertainment España |
Hawaira is the debut album by Venezuelan singer-songwriter, La Cruz. It was released on November 11, 2022, by Sony Music Entertainment España.
Background and development
La Cruz began working on the album unknowingly in early 2022. Speaking about the creation and meaning of the album, La Cruz explains “it’s different experiences in my life that deal with love and heartbreak”.[1]
”Hawaira” is a portmanteau of the tropical locations — Hawai’i and La Guaira, the latter being the hometown of La Cruz.[2] Talking about the album title, La Cruz recalls having no idea what to call it but remembering how he would always call his hometown of La Gauira, “Hawaira” to his friends in Caracas.[3]
Tour and promotion
La Cruz embarked on a 4-city promo tour across North America, Central America and South America.
Singles & music videos
| Single | Date Released | Music Video Location | Director & Staff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Te Conocí Bailando | May 11, 2023 | Atlantico Studios | Director: ALETOR
Stylist: N/A Choreographer: Úrsula Aguilera |
| Boulevard | March 16, 2023 | Director: ALETOR
Stylist: N/A Choreographer: N/A | |
| Quítate La Ropa | June 22, 2023 | Director: Victor Marin
Stylist: N/A Choreographer: Kevin Velez |
Track listing
All tracks are written by Alfonso La Cruz, Geovanny Javier Chasiloa.
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Precipicio" | Alfonso La Cruz • Geovanny Javier Chasiloa | 2:47 |
| 2. | "Te Conocí Bailando" | La Cruz • Gio | 2:40 |
| 3. | "Lo Niegas" | La Cruz • Anthony Xavier Benítez Elizalde • Camilo Rivera Muñeton • Gio | 3:01 |
| 4. | "Red Flag" | La Cruz • JoSH • Joseph Raúl Suárez | 2:56 |
| 5. | "EMOJI" | La Cruz • Suárez • JoSH | 2:24 |
| 6. | "Boulevard" | La Cruz • Gio | 2:26 |
| 7. | "Iguales" | La Cruz | 2:51 |
| 8. | "imagínate" | La Cruz | 1:57 |
| Total length: | 21:02 | ||
Charts
| Chart (2023) | Release Date | Debut | Peak Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazilian Albums (ABPD)[4] | June 23, 2023 | 12 | 12 |
References
- ^ "La Cruz Is Breaking Down Barriers For Gay Love In Reggaeton Music". UPROXX. December 11, 2023. Retrieved August 2, 2025.
- ^ Pulgar, E. R. (March 14, 2024). "Rising reggaetonero La Cruz bares it all". GAY TIMES. Retrieved August 2, 2025.
- ^ Sandoval, Paola Gómez (August 19, 2023). "La Cruz, el rey del 'reggayton': "En Venezuela mi música es imposible"". elconfidencial.com (in Spanish). Retrieved August 2, 2025.
- ^ "iTunesCharts.net: 'Hawaira' by La Cruz (International iTunes Chart Performance)". www.itunescharts.net. Retrieved August 2, 2025.