Xavi signs an exclusive worldwide publishing deal with UMPG

After a breakout run that has positioned him among the most impactful young voices in música mexicana, Xavi has signed an exclusive worldwide publishing deal with Universal Music Publishing Group.

The signing arrives at a pivotal moment in Xavi’s career, following the release of his sophomore album Dosis, which made a powerful debut across Spotify’s biggest album charts.

The milestone builds on the momentum of his breakout global hit “La Diabla,” which has surpassed 1 billion streams worldwide and made history as the longest-running #1 Latin solo song on Spotify’s Global chart.

When speaking on the publishing deal, Xavi said: “Joining UMPG marks an exciting new chapter for me as a songwriter, and I’m ready to keep taking música mexicana to a global level.”

Xavi is one of the most exciting and culturally significant young artists in music today. His ability to honor the roots of Música Mexicana while pushing the genre forward with a fresh, global perspective makes him truly exceptional. We are thrilled to welcome Xavi to the UMPG family and look forward to supporting his continued growth as a songwriter and creative force.” said Alexandra Lioutikoff, President, Latin America & U.S. Latin.

“Xavi has an undeniable gift for making music that feels rooted and right now. What he’s accomplished this early speaks to his instinct, his vision, and the authentic connection he’s built with fans globally. We’re excited to welcome him to UMPG and support what’s next as he helps define the future of Música Mexicana.” - Ana Rosa Santiago, Senior Vice President, A&R Latin Music.

Last year, Xavi made history as the youngest-ever recipient of the ASCAP Latin Music Award for Songwriter of the Year, earning the honor at just 21 years old. His growing catalog includes collaborations with Grupo Frontera, Carín León, Belinda, Fuerza Regida, Gabito Ballesteros, Manuel Turizo, and more.