Puerto Rican artist GALE, a three-time Latin GRAMMY nominee, is currently in an exciting phase of her career. She has just released her second album, ‘Lo Que Puede Pasar,’ a project that bravely blends vulnerability, sensuality, and a newfound sense of artistic freedom. The album marks a significant evolution from her previous work.
From her home in Miami, GALE shared insights into the album during an exclusive interview with Us Weekly en Español. She described the record as a testament to living without overthinking, allowing the heart to lead. While her debut album, ‘Lo Que No Te Dije,’ served as a catharsis after a breakup, ‘Lo Que Puede Pasar’ is about the courage to feel again, embracing all its complexities of love, desire, fear, and doubt.
GALE knew early on that ‘Perspectiva’ needed to be the album’s opening track. She envisioned the line, “You are changing my perspective,” as the immediate welcome to the journey. This powerful statement sets the tone for the entire record, signaling a shift in her artistic and personal outlook.
Released by Sony Music Latin, the album takes listeners on an emotional ride. Tracks like ‘Gato Negro’ capture euphoria, while ‘El Amor y sus Consecuencias’ offers a sense of relief. The addictive rhythm of ‘Ciao!’ contrasts with the deeply emotional closing track, ‘Domingo.’
‘Domingo’ holds a particularly special place for GALE, serving as her heartfelt tribute to Puerto Rico and her family. She confessed to crying both during its recording and with every listen, noting the inclusion of voice notes from her grandmother, mother, and father. It is a poignant anthem for anyone living far from home.
GALE is unapologetically honest in her music. She admits that some songs, like ‘Gato Negro,’ initially made her nervous about her mother’s reaction, though her mother ultimately loved it. This album taught her the freedom to express her true feelings, even if it causes a little discomfort. Authenticity, she realized, cannot be sacrificed for caution.
Her extensive career as a songwriter has seen her collaborate with global stars such as Shakira, Aitana, Christina Aguilera, and Manuel Turizo. However, writing for herself is a distinct process. While she steps into others’ shoes when composing for them, writing her own songs is a direct, unfiltered expression of herself.
When asked about potential remixes, GALE expressed excitement. She believes ‘Perspectiva’ would be phenomenal with Aitana, citing their incredible chemistry and shared pop aesthetic. For ‘Ciao!,’ she dreams of a collaboration with Shakira, who has already expressed her admiration for the song. GALE vividly imagines them dancing together in a remix.
The track ‘Domingo’ was born during a studio session one Sunday, sparked by her longing for family. She consciously wrote it for all individuals separated from their homes, those who embrace loved ones without knowing if it will be the last time. It is a tough song, she noted, but a necessary one.
GALE plans to debut ‘Domingo’ at her first show in Puerto Rico on November 6. She anticipates struggling to perform the track without tearing up, highlighting its deeply personal nature.
Looking back, if she could send a message to her past self during her first album, GALE would offer simple advice: “Girl, calm down. Dare to live everything that’s coming. Don’t give up. It’s going to be difficult, but you’re tough.” Reaching this point and releasing ‘Lo Que Puede Pasar’ fills her with immense pride.
In an era where a single phrase can make a song a TikTok sensation, GALE has several lines from her new album that she hopes will trend. She highlighted, “Sunday far from home, with a broken heart,” from ‘Domingo,’ and “Everything that can happen if I let myself go.” She also welcomes any trend inspired by ‘Perspectiva.’
‘Lo Que Puede Pasar’ not only showcases GALE’s musical maturity but also her profound personal growth. She appears more confident and secure in her voice and message. Ultimately, she sees this album as her “leap of faith,” a fearless dive into the unknown. As she put it, “If I fall, well, I get up… but with a great song.”