Valdés reflects on her ex moving on in her latest track, “How’s That Working Out.”
Panamanian singer-songwriter Sofía Valdés continues to expand her genre-bending catalog with her new 2024 single “How’s That Working Out,” featuring Latin alt-pop star Cuco. Known for blending traditional Cuban sounds, Brazilian pop, and British rock influences, Sofía delivers yet another emotionally resonant track that showcases her strength as both a lyricist and performer.
After the success of her 2023 EP Silvia and her breakout album Ventura, this latest collaboration taps into familiar emotional territory—post-breakup curiosity and lingering attachment. Sofía and Cuco take on the roles of two exes who, despite being separated, are still deeply entangled in each other’s lives from afar. Their chemistry on the track is subtle but effective, offering a bittersweet look at how hard it is to move on when you’re still watching from the sidelines.
The production on “How’s That Working Out” is breezy and upbeat, masking its melancholy undertone with a field-skipping, feel-good rhythm. Sofía’s lyrics are simple yet relatable, expressing the quiet ache that comes with unresolved feelings. Cuco’s soft vocals and dreamy delivery complement her voice beautifully, adding just the right dose of melancholy.
While the track may lean more toward a niche indie-pop audience, it’s undeniably well-executed and will likely strike a chord with fans of both artists.
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