Machine Gun Kelly Surprises Fans With Country Cover: Is He Switching Genres?
Machine Gun Kelly, known for his genre-bending musical style, has once again surprised his fans, this time with a country cover. The unexpected performance has left many wondering if the artist is considering a switch to country music.
During his set at the Mad Cool Festival, MGK took a moment to address the crowd in near-perfect Spanish, expressing his gratitude for the warm welcome he received in Spain. “Spain, thank you so much for welcoming me to your country. I can feel all the love here today,” he said, impressing fans with his fluency. He then announced his intention to sing a song in Spanish, much to the delight of the audience.
The highlight of the evening came when MGK performed a cover of Don Omar’s reggaetón hit “Danza Kuduro.” The performance was met with enthusiasm from the crowd, and MGK shared a video of the moment on Instagram, captioning it with a playful jab at his critics: “Haters will say I switched genres again.” This comment was a nod to the backlash he faced when he transitioned from rap to punk rock.
The Instagram post quickly garnered attention, with fans and fellow musicians expressing their surprise and admiration for MGK’s Spanish skills. Don Omar himself commented on the post with a series of fire emojis, showing his approval. Diplo humorously remarked, “This guy woke up and spoke Spanish,” while Swae Lee added, “Go craaaaaazy !!!!!!!!”
MGK’s set at the Mad Cool Festival included a mix of his popular tracks such as “Kiss Kiss,” “Concert for Aliens,” “Emo Girl,” and “My Ex’s Best Friend.” He was one of the festival’s headliners, sharing the stage with other big names like Lil Nas X, Lizzo, and Robbie Williams.
This isn’t the first time MGK has showcased his Spanish-speaking abilities. In a 2016 interview with Power 106’s The Cruz Show, he mentioned working on his Spanish pronunciation while collaborating with Camila Cabello on their song “Bad Things.” He shared that his Spanish was improving and that he had more motivation to learn the language.
The “Danza Kuduro” cover came just days after another memorable incident involving MGK. While in Mexico, a fan asked him to punch him in the face, and MGK obliged, documenting the moment on Instagram with the caption, “Making dreams come true.”
MGK’s willingness to experiment with different musical styles and languages has kept his fans on their toes. His latest foray into country music has sparked curiosity and speculation about whether he might be considering a more permanent shift in his musical direction.
As MGK continues to push boundaries and explore new genres, his fans eagerly await to see what he will do next. Whether he sticks with his punk rock roots, returns to rap, or ventures further into country music, one thing is certain: Machine Gun Kelly is an artist who is not afraid to take risks and defy expectations.
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