Rene Lopez has always carved his own path, and with “Goin Back To Lovin” he once again proves why he stands among New York’s most compelling storytellers. Out now, the single is a raw confession wrapped in a sound that blends outlaw country, Latin soul, and rock and roll. It captures the essence of a Bronx-born artist who has lived a thousand lives in one city.
In the song Lopez faces the wreckage of his past ,the broken bridges, bad choices, and late-night regrets, and transforms it into a story of survival.
The music mirrors that emotional terrain: gritty yet warm, streetwise yet soulful. Every beat reflects the struggle of a man fighting his way back to himself. His voice feels personal and unguarded, like he’s singing directly to you from the corner of a Bronx bar, and by the final note, you’ve lived the moment with him.
Lopez’s roots run deep in music. His father, René López Sr., played trumpet with Ray Barretto and Tipica ’73, leaving a legacy that shaped his son’s rhythmic sensibility. But Rene Lopez has never been content to simply carry on tradition. He builds from it, fusing old-school influences with modern honesty and emotional depth.
NPR’s Alt. Latino once called him a “one-man song factory,” a fitting description for an artist whose versatility spans bolero, cha-cha, funk, folk, and doo-wop. What truly defines Lopez, however, is his authenticity—his willingness to reveal every scar, laugh, and moment of joy in his music.
“Goin Back To Lovin’” marks a pivotal moment from his forthcoming album A New York Lie, a record that promises to be both unflinching and deeply human. Across twelve songs of heartbreak, redemption, and reinvention, Lopez paints a vivid portrait of resilience. He doesn’t romanticize the city or its struggles, but he finds beauty in its imperfections and grace amid the noise, and somehow makes it all sound effortless.
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