Insomnio (Abraham Mateo album)

Insomnio
Studio album by Abraham Mateo
Released	5 April 2024
Recorded	2023–2024
Studio	La Nave (Madrid, Spain)
Genre	Latin pop, electronic, bachata
Label	Sony Music Spain
Producer	Abraham Mateo, Dani Ruiz, Garabatto, Max Borghetti, Rebbel, David Cuello, Came, Kickbombo, Tunvao, Sherman & Fine
Abraham Mateo chronology
Sigo a lo mío (2020) Insomnio (2024)

Insomnio is the seventh studio album by Spanish singer Abraham Mateo, released on 5 April 2024 by Sony Music Spain. The 16-track album blends Latin pop, electronic and bachata influences. It includes collaborations with artists such as Ana Mena, Chanel, Omar Montes, Sebastián Yatra, Danny Ocean, and Rorro.^[1]

The title Insomnio reflects the creative rhythm behind the album, shaped largely by late-night recording sessions at Mateo’s personal studio, La Nave, in Madrid, between 2023 and early 2024.^[2] Mateo has described the project as a kind of musical diary, inspired by ideas that came to him during sleepless nights.^[3]

Insomnio is rooted in Latin pop but draws from a wide range of genres, including electronic music, bachata, pop-rock, and traditional Spanish styles. The album also incorporates elements of dance music and nods to the sounds of the 1980s and 1990s, blending nostalgic references with modern production.^[4][3]

“Quiero decirte,” a duet with Ana Mena, blends romantic Latin pop with soft pop-dance rhythms and funk-inspired 1980s textures, evoking a nostalgic feel that echoes the song’s theme of unresolved love.^[5][6]

Songs like "Bailarina" (featuring Danny Ocean) bring a lively dance rhythm with an urban twist, while "Riendo y llorando" has a distinct '80s dance-pop feel with bright electronic beats and melodic hooks. The closing track, "El amanecer", contrasts with the rest of the album through its minimalist approach and techno-inspired electronic base.^[7][8][3]

Mateo's reinterpretation of Michael Sembello's 1983 hit “Maniac”, retitled “Maníaca”, preserves the original's energetic tempo pace while adding Spanish lyrics and a modern synth-driven arrangement.^[9]

The album also explores bachata and urban-pop sounds. “Clavaíto” (with Chanel) blends Caribbean rhythms with electronic beats, while “Falsos recuerdos” (with Omar Montes) mixes bachata melodies with urban textures.^[10][11][12]

Ballads such as “Incomplete” and “Billete de vuelta" offer a more introspective tone, while songs like "La idea" and "XQ sigues pasando :(" (with Sebastian Yatra) incorporate pop-rock elements, featuring guitar-driven arrangements and expressive vocals. “La idea” stands out for blending punk-rock energy with heartfelt lyrics about a breakup, expressing the pain of letting go despite dreams of a shared future.^[13][14]

Traditional Spanish influences are also present. The opening track, "Me acuerdo de ti", includes melodic references to Semana Santa (Holy Week) processional music, while "Desgraciaíta" (featuring Rorro) samples the classic copla "María de la O", blending flamenco influences with contemporary pop.^[15][16]

The album includes collaborations with notable artists:

• “Quiero decirte” (with Ana Mena)
• “Bailarina” (with Danny Ocean)
• “Falsos recuerdos” (with Omar Montes)
• “Clavaíto” (with Chanel)
• “XQ sigues pasando:(” (with Sebastián Yatra)
• “Desgraciaíta” (with Rorro).^[1]

Insomnio was officially released on 5 April 2024 through digital platforms.^[10][7][17] To celebrate the launch, Mateo hosted a themed “pajama party” in Madrid with fans, friends, and media, an event that reflected the album’s nocturnal and playful spirit.^[18]

To promote the album, he embarked on the Insomnio Tour, with concerts in Spain and Latin America. Notable performances included shows at the Teatro Metropólitan in Mexico City^[19] and the Teatro Opera in Buenos Aires,^[20] and the Starlite Festival in Marbella.^[21] Mateo also appeared as a guest performer at the final of the Benidorm Fest. where he presented a tango-inspired version of "Clavaíto", and at the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2024, where he performed a Spanish-language adaptation of "Maniac" live.^[22]

The album received both critical and commercial recognition. It was awarded "Best Album of the Year" at the LOS40 Music Awards 2024, and received a nomination for "Best Pop Album" at the 2024 Spanish Academy of Music Awards.^[2]

Insomnio received generally positive reviews from Spanish and Latin American media, with several outlets noting its artistic progression and personal tone.

The Spanish news agency EFE described the album as the beginning of “a new era” for Mateo, highlighting his involvement in writing, performing, producing, and mastering the project. The report also noted the album's broader appeal, reaching listeners beyond his usual audience.^[4]

The Spanish outlet Jenesaispop called Insomnio the album where Mateo has had the most creative control, pointing to a clear evolution in his sound and artistic direction. While noting that the album is not without flaws, the review considered it a step forward in balancing commercial and personal elements.^[24]

The Argentine news site TN (Todo Noticias) referred to the album as a “musical diary of his insomnia,” and highlighted Mateo’s ability to shift between genres while maintaining a pop foundation. The article also noted “Maníaca”, a Spanish-language version of “Maniac”, as an example of his stylistic range.^[25]

The magazine 22minutoscon described Insomnio as a “rebirth” for Mateo, underlining its personal tone and genre diversity, and referring to it as a reflection of the artist’s more mature stage.^[3]

In Spain, Insomnio debuted at number 13 on the official albums chart (PROMUSICAE), and remained on the charts for 22 weeks.^[26][27]

As of mid‑2025, the album had surpassed 355 million streams on Spotify, making it the second-most streamed album in Mateo’s discography, following A Cámara Lenta.^[28]

• Insomnio – Sony Music España
• Streaming & credits on MusicBrainz