Three artists—Carlos Santana, Becky G, and Mexican‑American singer‑songwriter Barrera—are releasing a collaborative track titled “Mi Gran Amor” on May 28 at 8 p.m. ET. The song, described as Santana’s third single from his forthcoming album, aims to give voice to the fear and grief felt by Latin families affected by U.S. immigration enforcement. All royalties will be donated to families dealing with ICE detentions along the border, according to the announcement.

Mi Gran Amor release set for May 28, 2024

The single drops Thursday, May 28, at 8 p.m. ET, and will be available across major streaming platforms. As the report notes, the timing coincides with Santana’s recent collaborations with Grupo Frontera and Carín León, marking a continued focus on socially‑charged material.. The track’s launch is positioned as a cultural moment rather than a typical promotional push, with the artists emphasizing the song’s narrative of everyday rupture caused by immigration raids.

Santana’s third single ties to his upcoming album

Carlos Santana, who is currently on his Oneness Tour with the Doobie Brothers, says the guitar work on “Mi Gran Amor” is meant to convey a message that “goes beyond the lyrics.” According to the source, Santana plans to carry the song’s theme of “connection over division” into his later Las Vegas residency, “An Intimate Evening With Santana: Greatest Hits Live.” This strategic placement suggests the artist is using his platform to spotlight immigration issues while still promoting his broader catalog.

Barrera writes song after ICE detention in McAllen, Texas

Mexican‑American artist Barrera began drafting the lyrics in McAllen, Texas, after learning that a close friend was detained by ICE that same morning. He told the outlet that the track is “a way to help those people who don’t have a voice .” Barrera, like Becky G, acknowledges his own limited perspective but feels a duty to amplify the stories of those directly impacted by enforcement actions.

Royalties pledged to families impacted by ICE detentions

Both Barrera and Becky G have committed to donating every cent of their royalties from the single to families facing ICE-related hardships. the funds are earmarked for legal support and other assistance in the border region, the source reports. This pledge adds a tangible financial dimension to the artistic statement, turning the song into a direct aid mechanism.

Will royalty donations reach detained families?

One unanswered question is how the donated royalties will be distributed and whether the intended families will receive timely assistance. The source does not specify which organization will manage the disbursement, leaving room for scrutiny over transparency and impact. Additionally, it remains unclear how much revenue the single will generate and whether the donations will be sufficient to meet legal costs for affected families.