While he’s not a newcomer and has released a number of singles and videos, Obed Padilla is a skilled emcee and probably a favorite every time he comes across my IG timeline. The Oceanside, California native shares the new single, “Do You Still Love Me?” (Julian Bunetta’s Big Family). His official music video is set to drop on Monday.  

Obed says:

“‘Do You Still Love Me?’ means a lot to me. Mikky Ekko and I started writing it in Nashville while I was going through a rough breakup, and I finished it later with Afterhrs and Julian Bunetta. Every part of the song came straight from what I was feeling in that moment—I think anyone who’s loved someone but couldn’t make it work will feel something. It’s not only about heartbreak, it’s about all the changes I was facing in my life at the time that made me ask myself, ‘Does my family still love me? Do my friends still love me? Does my girl still love me?’”

“Do You Still Love Me?” comes on the heels of Obed’s recent single, “Broncos y Benzes,” released last month, with more music from Obed imminent.

Anchored by his Mexican and Costa Rican roots, Obed Padilla’s genre-obliterating music weaves influences ranging from his pastor father’s hymns to Kid Cudi, Jack Johnson and The Beach Boys. Obed’s deeply personal storytelling and singular sound have captivated millions on tracks like “Brown & Down Freestyle” and “Chicano Poetry.” 

Last year, Obed made his festival debut at Austin City Limits and put out his much-lauded EP, They Told Us There’s 2 Types of Mexicans. With new music on the horizon, Obed cements himself as an innovator within the Latin Alternative space. His unique union of influences and cultures continues to resonate around the world.