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Go Inside Maluma's 27th Birthday Bash as He Introduces His "Sixth Baby"

Maluma gives E! News an exclusive look at how he simultaneously celebrated his birthday and the surprise release of his visual album, 7 Days in Jamaica.

By Cydney Contreras Jan 30, 2021 1:25 AMTags
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On Thursday, Jan. 28, fans of the Columbian superstar breathed a collective sigh of relief when Maluma revealed that those mysterious photos of a woman's belly (let's link out) weren't actually a baby announcement. Instead, Maluma took to Instagram Live to announce his sixth studio album, a visual project titled 7 Days in Jamaica

The "birth" turned out to be an impromptu album release, accompanied by seven new music videos, which make a short film when combined. And for those who live in the Miami area, artist Federico Uribe, who designed the album's cover art, created an exhibition modeled after Maluma's latest project.

All of these events coincided with the artist's 27th birthday, giving him double the reason to celebrate. 

Maluma tells E! News exclusively that he was joined by his family, close friends and team for a COVID-19 compliant premiere and exhibition opening at Wynwood Miami last night. 

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It was the perfect way to mark the occasion, with Maluma describing, "We turned a warehouse into the ocean, forest, jungle and much more with common trash materials. My friend Federico Uribe made all of these worlds out of recycled trash and you can listen to my new album at the exhibition as it's connected to some of the artwork."

To see how the "Felices Los 4" singer rang in his 27th birthday, check out the photos below!

Art Imitates Life

Federico Uribe creates a stunning portrait of Maluma out of pieces of discarded plastic.

Peace

When the exhibition closes in a month, this and several other paintings will be auctioned off, with 100 percent of the proceeds going to environmental non-profits based in Colombia.

Costume Change

The singer changes into a cream colored outfit custom painted by artist Adieny Nuñez.

Maluma Baby

The 27-year-old sips on a drink after shutting down rumors that he's going to be a dad.

Papi Juancho

7 Days in Jamaica comes on the heels of Maluma's successful fifth album, Papi Juancho, named after his quarantine alter ego.

Dressed to the Nines

The birthday boy is the best dressed at the party in an ensemble from Moschino.

Puppy Love

The singer and his new pup check out a statue of a dog.

Birthday Boy

Nicky Jam, Prince Royce, Bob Marley's sons and Miss Jamaica 2017 Davina Bennett were among the guests to watch Maluma blow out the candles on his birthday cake.

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