Carin León and AB Quintanilla perform Selena’s classics in Dallas, sparking mixed reactions

Carin León collaborates with AB Quintanilla in Dallas, covering Selena's songs, leading to diverse fan reactions on social platforms.

Carin León and AB Quintanilla recently graced the stage in Dallas, Texas, with a rendition of the classic song “Amor Prohibido” by Selena. Accompanied by a piano, their performance made its way to social media, where it garnered a mix of admiration and criticism.

During one of Carin León’s Texas performances, the stars found themselves sharing the same stage. In a memorable moment, they sang “Si una vez,” another iconic track by the “Queen of Tex-Mex.” This captivating video can be found on León’s official Instagram account.

León, thrilled by the collaboration, expressed, “What a great night we had today in DALLAS. Thanks to my carnal @abquintanilla3 for joining me. It’s an honor to share the stage with one of the greats in music, a whole legacy behind and what’s missing…”

Carin León and AB Quintanilla did a collaboration. Screenshot IG/abquintanilla.
Carin León and AB Quintanilla did a collaboration. Screenshot IG/abquintanilla.

Fans React to the Performance

However, not everyone shared León’s enthusiasm. While the night was a significant milestone for the regional Mexican singer, some followers of Selena’s legacy did not appreciate his interpretation of the songs. Social media comments ranged from admiration to disapproval.

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Among the positive comments, fans praised León with sentiments such as, “I’ve never enjoyed an artist’s singing as much as I do his; he truly sings with passion,” and “The love of my life looks so handsome and sings some of the best songs of my Queen Selena.” On the other hand, some critiques included: “The guy sings well, but up to now, no one has matched the voice of the Tex-Mex Queen,” and “That Carin sings horribly.”

Fans disagreed. Screenshot IG/elenaqofficial
Fans disagreed. Screenshot IG/elenaqofficial

León’s Rising Star

Despite the mixed reactions, it’s undeniable that Carin León has made significant strides in the music industry. With hits like “El Tóxico,” “Primera Cita,” and “La boda del huitlacoche” under his belt, he has captured the hearts of millions. Recent collaborations with artists like Kany García and Maluma, combined with his tracks gaining millions of plays daily, further cement his place in the industry. Some fans speculate a future collaboration with AB Quintanilla, given their recent performance together.

In the ever-evolving world of music, artists like Carin León continue to make their mark, even as they navigate the unpredictable waters of public opinion.

They also shared the stage. Screenshot IG/carinleonoficial
They also shared the stage. Screenshot IG/carinleonoficial