An important element of Christmas are the traditional Christmas carols. In Latin America, the most popular song for more than half a century has been “Mi Burrito Sabanero,” which was composed in 1972 by Venezuelan musician Hugo Blanco and reinterpreted in different musical styles over the years.

2023 has been no different, as artists have dedicated themselves to adapting this song into genres we probably never expected.

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Versions of Mi Burrito Sabanero this Christmas 2023

Latingrass: a fusion of musical cultures

On November 24, the duo Larry & Joe released the traditional Venezuelan song in the latrass style on various platforms, a style that combines Latin music, such as Venezuelan music, with the sounds of the Appalachian Mountains.

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In short, the rhythms provide a unique contrast that is pleasant during this Christmas 2023, according to what Qué Pasa published.

Lying corridors and artificial intelligence

As published by El Heraldo, 2023 has been the year that exploited the use of artificial intelligence and the musical genre called ‘corridos tumbados’, promoted by its greatest exponents, the artists Peso Pluma and Natanael.

A few weeks ago, the AI ​​was in charge of uniting the voices of both singers in a version of “Mi Burrito Sabanero” full of Mexican rhythms.

Salsa: A Latin flavor for Christmas

“Mi Burrito Sabanero” was adapted into salsa son, mambo and plena by Cuban singer Seidy La Niña. The moving song, accompanied by a colorful video, was released on December 15 and is full of Latin influences and offers a festive and joyful experience for everyone, according to Ciber Cuba.