During her concert in Madrid (Movistar Arena) on July 13, 2025, Jennifer Lopez surprised her audience with a more intimate side.
In addition to her classics and dance premieres, the artist performed for the first time live the unreleased ballad “Wreckage of You”, a recently composed andemotionallycharged ballad, directly alluding to a personal process she went through the previous year: her divorce from Ben Affleck.
Jennifer Lopez: A clear and meaningful message
Before singing, Lopez emphasized, “Last summer was hard for me and my children,” and then declared her emotional power through the song’s lyrics.
Phrases like “I am stronger after your remains” were interpreted by media such as People en Español and Primera Hora as referring to the end of her relationship with Affleck.
Network experts pointed out that, although it does not mention names, the message is transparent.
Social media users described the moment as “a poetic revenge” and likened “Wreckage of You” to a kind of anthem of growing up after trauma.
Lyrics to the song to Ben Affleck
In Jennifer Lopez’s rendition you can hear: “The love I want, the love I need, starts in me. Now that I’ve found my way here, I’ll stay there”.
He continued, “Thanks to the scars you left on my heart. You taught me that the stars shine brighter in the dark. i will not fall apart because of who we are, but because of your broken parts.”
This release marks a significant shift in J.Lo’s trajectory – from urban and pop beats to the realm of emotional balladry – showing a more vulnerable and resilient version of herself.
In Madrid, she combined her intimate side with modern choreographies, flamenco scenes, costume changes and the scenic strength that always characterizes her.
Connecting with the Spanish public
The Bronx diva integrated cultural tributes during the show:
Performed Spanish classics such as “Qué Hiciste” and “Si Una Vez”.
It included a flamenco sequence with a Manila shawl. This resource strengthened his bond with the Hispanic audience in Spain and reflected, once again, his commitment to his cultural roots.
Soy más sabia, más fuerte. Ahora mira cómo salgo de entre tus restos
A new stage for JLo
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Reinventing herself with self-esteem: J.Lo is not afraid to show vulnerability, even on the global stage.
Processing heartbreak artistically: turning personal experiences into art that resonates collectively.
Visible cultural identity: by singing in Spanish and mixing flamenco, she projects pride in being Latina on international stages.
With “Wreckage of You”, Jennifer Lopez presented in Madrid a song full of emotions after her divorce with Ben Affleck.
The lyrics, the interpretation and her words evoked a clear message of self-improvement and empowerment.
The mix of vulnerability, musical strength and cultural connection reaffirms his status as an icon of Latino culture, and offers an inspiring example for U.S. Hispanics: it is possible to be reborn and to shine, even after difficult times.
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