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"I made an album that was needed," the Puerto Rican artist tells Billboard.
6/11/2026
iZaak Vomba / Luis Alejandro Marquez
For more than a decade, iZaak has established himself as a prolific singer and songwriter, penning songs for reggaeton giants like Daddy Yankee and Nicky Jam. Now, he finally unveils his debut studio album, Millito — a project he began working on three years ago.
“Experiences and consistency,” he says when asked what motivated him to release his LP this year. “I was only releasing singles; I had that feeling of fear — of not daring to take the leap … but if all my fellow colleagues are doing it, why can’t I?”
Home to 19 songs, including star-studded features with Maluma, Wisin, Chencho Corleone, Omar Courtz, Jhayco, Anuel AA, Blessd and more, Millito navigates from reggaeton to electronic music to trap to modern ballads. Lyrically, he touches upon themes of love, heartbreak, ambition, desire and self-improvement.
“They are new rhythms with urban lyrics,” he tells Billboard. “Basically, I made an album that was needed — including collaborations with fellow artists that were needed.”
Millito, produced by BK and Doble El Elegid, is also a dedication to his late father, Emilio, who passed away in November 2023.
“My dad was called Millo—short for Emilio—and since I look so much like him, everyone called me Millito,” he explains. “Because of the love I had for my dad, I’m using him as motivation for my first album; he really believed in me. My roots, my upbringing, and where I come from all serve as motivation for this album—and as a reminder that life goes on and beautiful things can emerge.”
Below, iZaak breaks down five essential tracks on Millito:
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“Goal”
“This song encourages those who let others’ opinions influence them; although it is a trap track, the artist tells their partner: ‘People talked so much, saying we wouldn’t make it anywhere, yet here we are.’ It conveys that one shouldn’t listen to anyone—or to negative comments. It is an urban song with a positive double meaning.”
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“Al K-Rajo”
“This is a modern, super sweet ballad. It’s just guitar and bass, but it’s about a farewell; it’s something that happens a lot [in relationships], and people will really relate to it.”
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“Uva” with Chencho Corleone
“People are going to relive a lot of moments with Chencho [featured on this track]. It’s a song for the summer. I’m really excited for it to come out.”
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“Shabadubab” with Randy Nota Loca
“It’s a track that starts with a certain rhythm and ends with a transition that’s going to drive people wild—and that’s the whole point [of the album]: people are hearing something different. They’re going to absolutely love it.”
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“4Ever” with Wisin
“It’s an honor for me to have worked with such a great colleague—someone so successful, humble, and genuine. It’s a real achievement; having watched him since I was a kid and now getting to work with him is incredible. The track we made feels huge—it’s the kind of song that makes you want to have a good time. It’s a great collaboration with a great rhythm; it’s perfect.”
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