On June 5, 2007, Ramon Ayala — better known as Daddy Yankee — released his new album, entitled El Cartel: The Big Boss. Ayala has stated that his new album will mark a return to his hip-hop roots as opposed to being considered a strictly reggaeton album.

Daddy Yankee's latest disc features guest appearances from Akon, Nicole Scherzinger of the Pussycat Dolls, Hector El Father, Will.I.Am and Fergie of the Black Eyed Peas.