Selena Gomez has made a remarkable return to the top 10 of Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart (dated April 5) with her new single “Ojos Tristes,” featuring Benny Blanco and The Marias, which debuts impressively at No. 4. This fresh interpretation of Jeanette’s classic 1981 ballad “El Muchacho De Los Ojos Tristes” marks a significant achievement for both Blanco and The Marias, as they secure their first top 10 placement on this chart during their second attempt. Fans and critics alike are eager to see how this collaboration evolves within the vibrant Latin music scene.

“Ojos Tristes” makes an impressive entrance at No. 4 on the Hot Latin Songs chart, which combines various metrics such as airplay, digital sales, and streaming data to rank its songs. The track has seen significant success primarily due to its streaming performance, accumulating a remarkable 8.2 million official streams across the U.S. during the tracking week that concluded on March 27, according to data compiled by Luminate. This strong streaming figure grants the song a No. 3 debut on the Latin Streaming Songs chart, marking it as the fifth top 10 entry for Gomez and a simultaneous first top 10 for both Blanco and The Marias.

The single “Ojos Tristes” pays homage to the classic “El Muchacho De Los Ojos Tristes” by Spanish-British artist Jeanette, who gained prominence in the 1970s. Despite the original song, which was composed by Manuel Alejandro, not charting, Jeanette’s other international hit, “Porque Te Vas,” managed to achieve a No. 25 peak on the Latin Pop Airplay chart in 2008, showcasing her enduring influence in the music industry.

The bilingual track “Ojos Tristes” masterfully blends nostalgic melodies with contemporary sounds, featuring Selena Gomez singing in English while Maria Zardoya from The Marias provides her soft, ethereal vocals that reflect Jeanette’s iconic style, appealing to a modern audience. This unique fusion allows the song to resonate with both long-time fans of the original and new listeners, creating a bridge between generations through music.

Through this collaboration, both Benny Blanco and The Marias have successfully achieved their first top 10 positions on the Hot Latin Songs chart. Blanco previously reached a No. 22 high in December as a featured artist on Myke Towers’ hit “Degenere,” while The Marias made their mark with a No. 17 peak from their collaboration with Bad Bunny on “Otro Atardecer” in 2022. This latest success showcases their growing presence in the Latin music landscape.

For Selena Gomez, “Ojos Tristes” represents her fifth top 10 hit and her first since the release of “Selfish Love” featuring DJ Snake, which debuted and peaked at No. 6 back in 2021. This continued success not only highlights her evolution as an artist but also solidifies her place in the competitive Latin music scene, where she continues to thrive.

The impact of “Ojos Tristes” extends beyond the Hot Latin Songs chart, as it also makes notable debuts on other Billboard charts. The song enters at No. 59 on the all-genre Billboard Hot 100 and starts at No. 63 on the Billboard Global 200 with an impressive 19.5 million streams. Additionally, it debuts at No. 118 on Global Excl. U.S. with 11.3 million streams occurring outside the United States, further demonstrating its widespread appeal and international reach.

Sales figures have also contributed positively to the song’s strong debut on the Hot Latin Songs chart, with “Ojos Tristes” achieving 1,000 downloads in the U.S. This impressive sales metric translates to a No. 1 debut on the Latin Digital Song Sales chart, showcasing the song’s popularity and commercial success in the digital marketplace.