Elvis Crespo Inducted into Billboard Hall of Fame with Explosive Merengue Tribute and New Single “Borrón y Cuenta Nueva”
The legendary Elvis Crespo added another milestone to his iconic career as he was honored with the prestigious Billboard Hall of Fame Award, celebrating his decades-long contribution to Latin music and his undeniable impact on tropical rhythms worldwide.
During one of the most emotional and unforgettable moments of the night, Crespo took the stage with a power-packed merengue performance alongside Toño Rosario, Ebenezer Guerra, and La Insuperable, debuting his new single “Borrón y Cuenta Nueva” from his upcoming album Poeta Herío live on television for the first time.
Set on a stage inspired by traditional Caribbean colmaditos, the performance was pure celebration an electrifying homage to the Dominican and Puerto Rican roots that have shaped merengue’s heartbeat for generations. Crespo’s energy, charisma, and signature vocals ignited the crowd and reminded everyone why he remains one of the genre’s most enduring stars.
A Heartfelt Acceptance Speech
Visibly moved, Elvis Crespo delivered an emotional speech filled with gratitude, humility, and love:
“I thank God for allowing me to live this unique and different moment in my life. When I decided to get into music, I never imagined I would experience something like this. I truly thank Jehovah for the gift He’s given me to entertain.
I dedicate this award to my first manager my mother, Irene who used to give me $5 every Friday for my singing lessons in Río Piedras, Puerto Rico. Irene, this is for you! To my father, Diomedes, thank you the Crespo family gave me the ability to make music. To my children… and to my daughter Génesis, who couldn’t be here today this is for you too.
To the entire industry, thank you for welcoming me. They say you don’t make friends in this business that’s a lie. Here, you make friends for life. Thank you to the audience for believing in me. Thank you, Telemundo! Thank you, Billboard! Puerto Rico, see you January 3rd!”
A Celebration of Legacy and New Beginnings
The award was presented by Jorge Pabón “El Molusco” and Alex Sensation, who honored Crespo’s enduring influence as one of the most important and innovative voices in tropical music. The presenters also revealed exciting news that thrilled fans Elvis Crespo will return to the Coliseo de Puerto Rico on January 3, 2026, for a special concert titled Elvis Crespo: El Colmadito Choli Edition, promising a night filled with nostalgia, rhythm, and merengue at its finest.
From global anthems like “Suavemente” to this new era marked by “Borrón y Cuenta Nueva”, Elvis Crespo continues to prove that his music and his legacy remain timeless. His Billboard Hall of Fame induction is not just an honor, but a reminder of how one artist’s passion can define an entire genre.
Congratulations to Elvis Crespo, a true legend of Latin music.
