Cypress Hill released their first album of original songs written entirely in Spanish, titled “Dios Bendiga,” on July 24, 2026 [3].
The move marks a significant cultural pivot for the Los Angeles-based group, transitioning from their established English-language catalog to a project rooted in their heritage.
It took the group 35 years to produce an album of original songs written in Spanish [1]. While the group has long been associated with Latin identity in the hip-hop scene, “Dios Bendiga” is their first all-Spanish album [2]. The project was released worldwide via HYBE Latin America [3].
Members of the group said the decision to record the album now was based on a desire to celebrate Latin cultural pride and spirituality. They said the timing was right to honor their roots through this specific linguistic shift [4].
The group's transition to Spanish-language songwriting comes after decades of influencing the global rap landscape from their base in California [3]. By utilizing HYBE Latin America for the worldwide distribution, the group has aligned with a modern infrastructure designed to amplify Latin music on a global scale [3].
The release follows a period of anticipation that began earlier this summer, with announcements in June regarding the upcoming project [5]. The album serves as a formal exploration of the group's identity, blending their signature sound with a language that reflects the cultural background of its members [4].
“It took Cypress Hill 35 years to make an album of original songs written in Spanish.”
This release represents a late-career reclamation of identity for one of the most influential groups in hip-hop. By shifting to Spanish, Cypress Hill is not only honoring its roots but also positioning itself within the contemporary explosion of Latin music, which has seen massive global growth and institutional support from entities like HYBE.
