Karol G issues apology after backlash over song allegedly sexualizing minors

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Colombian reggaeton star Karol G apologised Monday after her latest song “+57” was criticised for sexualising minors, even drawing censure from the president.

The single, recorded with fellow Colombians J Balvin, Maluma, Feid, Ryan Castro, and Blessd, was released last Thursday but has already drawn opprobrium from far and wide.

Among other lyrics, it refers to a “hot mama” aged just 14.

Karol G, a 33-year-old, five-time Latin Grammy winner, offered apologies on social media Monday, adding: “I realise that I still have much to learn.”

Colombia’s Institute for Family Welfare, an official child protection…