This Is What the Musical Debut of the OT 2025 Contestants Sounds Like

The contestants of Operación Triunfo 2025 are beginning to carve out their own path outside the academy with the first musical releases of their careers. From introspective ballads to pop rhythms and urban sounds, the talents present themselves to the public with deeply personal proposals that reflect their experiences on the show and their artistic concerns.

Tinho begins a new stage with “Cuando se apaguen los focos”

The third finalist, Tinho, debuted on 6 February with “Cuando se apaguen los focos”, an intimate ballad that explores the silence and loneliness that emerge after sudden fame.

Guillo Rist embraces eclecticism in “Mute”

The tenth eliminated contestant, Guillo Rist, presents “Mute”, an eclectic track produced by Scotty DK and co-written with Yarea Guillén. The song moves between chaos and silence, creating a personal atmosphere that reflects the artist’s creative universe.

Crespo introduces himself with “Roto”

With an urban approach, Crespo releases “Roto”, composed by himself and once again produced by Scotty DK. The song —whose first lines were written inside the academy— tells the story of two people unable to open up emotionally to one another.

Téyou shows her vulnerability in “Algo Mío”

Singer-songwriter Téyou debuts with “Algo Mío”, an introspective piece written by her and produced by BLAYA. Started as a personal outlet in the academy, the track reflects on external pressure and the longing to find one’s own voice through fragility.

Lucía Casani celebrates self-love with “Para Mí”

With a pop sound and danceable tempo, Lucía Casani releases “Para Mí”. Co-written and produced with Ainoa Buitrago and Greta Ch’aska, the track is a bright anthem to self-love and self-assertion.

María Cruz dives into urban pop with “Maldita Relación”

The Canary Islands singer debuts with “Maldita Relación”, an urban pop track about emotional dependence within a toxic relationship.

Laura Muñoz writes a letter to herself in “Para nadie más”

Inspired by her first nomination on the show, Laura Muñoz publishes “Para nadie más”, an intimate pop song that serves as a message of self-confidence and personal growth.

Max begins his career with “Estrelles”

Max becomes the first OT contestant to release a debut single in Catalan. “Estrelles”, composed entirely by him, is a dreamy song that captures the connection between two people under the magic of the night.

Judit moves listeners with the delicacy of “Caoba”

Released on 28 November, “Caoba” marks Judit’s debut, accompanied by Manu Guix on piano. It's a delicate pop song about love and intimacy.

Carlos Fustel pays tribute to his grandmother in “La más Honesta”

Carlos Fustel presents “La más Honesta”, a heartfelt tribute to his recently deceased grandmother. The track draws inspiration from the traditional songs that shaped his life and was born after discovering a 50-year-old tape featuring his grandmother, his brother and a friend singing a malagueña.

Salma de Diego surprises with “Ufff”

With a jazz approach, Salma de Diego takes her first steps with “Ufff”, an original proposal among the group’s debut releases.

Iván Rojo releases “29”

Iván Rojo debuts with “29”, a pop song with an emotional tone in which he explores his own sonic universe.

What will the remaining contestants’ debuts sound like?

Cristina, Olivia, Guille Toledano and Claudia Arenas are still yet to debut with original music. What style will they choose? We can’t wait to find out. If you’re also an OT fan, don’t miss the concert that the 16 contestants will perform at Roig Arena on 18 July. Get your tickets now!