Right now, tons of new music feels rushed and only made to blow up on TikTok. Albums feel like collections of random songs instead of something with actual meaning behind it. Omar Courtz takes a different approach with his album “Por Si Mañana No Estoy.”
The album, released in February, is an energetic project that is 18-songs long with a mix of reggaeton, trap and some R&B. That alone makes it stand out, but what really makes it great is how versatile the album is.
From the first few tracks, you can tell this isn’t just background music. It’s the kind of album where you really listen and pay attention to it. It moves between hype songs that you would play with friends and more relaxed, emotional songs that hit deep. The balance is what keeps it engaging.
One of the biggest strengths of the album is how it doesn’t get repetitive. A lot of reggaeton albums start to seem all the same after a few songs, but this one avoids that. Junior Adriana Colomo, who had already heard a couple of Courtz songs before, noticed that right away. “I liked how the songs didn’t all give off the same vibes, you know? It kept me wanting more,” Colomo said.
What’s also interesting is how the album attracts people who don’t even speak Spanish. Senior Nathan Downie, who has never spoken Spanish in his life, listened to “What U Need” with Myke Towers and was immediately in awe of his music. “That song really surprised me. I have no idea what they are saying, but I really like the beat,” Downie said.
Another thing that stands out is how relatable the album feels. Some songs like “What U Need” are clearly made to be hits, but others like “SKY” feel more personal. The mix of the two gives the album depth and variety, which music listeners love.
Junior Danny Velasco Monedero’s reaction goes way beyond just having a favorite song; he connects with the whole album. As someone who is already a big fan of Courtz, he feels like the album shows exactly why he’s a fan in the first place. His enthusiasm reflects how the album hits differently for long-time fans. While new fans might just listen to the big songs like “What U Need,” big-time fans like Velasco Monedero appreciate the full experience of the album, especially the song “Koko” that captures Courtz’s energy and style. “This album is probably my favorite that he has dropped; there are no bad songs in it for me, and Koko is easily the best on it,” Velasco Monedero said.
That being said, the album isn’t perfect. At 18 songs, it can feel a little long, and not every song hits the same. There are moments where it drags, and a few songs just feel unnecessary. But at the same time, having that many songs gives listeners options. You might not love every song in it, but you’ll definitely have a couple that will be stuck on replay.
