Savani Quintanilla: Who Is He? Meet Principe Q, Son of A.B. Quintanilla III and Selena’s Nephew
Savani Quintanilla has a lot going on. To most, he’s Principe Q—music producer, studio engineer, and DJ.
But that last name? It carries the weight of music royalty. Is it a blessing or a burden?
In an industry that’s always watching, waiting to compare him to those who came before, how is Savani coping? Find out below!
Who Is Savani Quintanilla?
Savani Quintanilla is the son of A.B. Quintanilla III, the Grammy-winning King of Cumbia. He’s also the nephew of Selena Quintanilla, the Queen of Tejano Music.
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Coming from the legendary Quintanilla family, Savani used to find it a bit weird when people would bring up his famous relatives, especially early on. It felt like a reminder of expectations he hadn’t asked for.
How do you build your own kingdom without getting overshadowed by your family’s castle? First, Savani transformed into Principe Q, a name that honors his roots.
Realizing how much his family’s impact on music means to others, he’s learned to embrace it. But he doesn’t just wear the crown; he’s forging his own path. Proof of that is his work, which speaks not of inherited privilege but earned respect.
Early Life
Growing up in Texas, Savani had a pretty typical childhood—at first. In high school, he played left tackle on the football team, braving the intensity of those Friday night lights. But the truth? That kind of pressure wasn’t where his heart was.
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There was something else quietly calling to him, something that had been waiting in the wings since fifth grade. That’s when his dad handed him his very first bass guitar, fueling a love for music that never left.
Eventually, Savani discovered music production. With a little help from his friend Dusty and access to his home studio, he immersed himself in beat-making and began developing his own sound.
Savani Quintanilla’s Music
Principe Q pioneered “Screwmbia,” a mixture of snappy trap music and cumbia (traditional Latin folk music). Savani, who still went by the hip-hop name Principe Cu (short for cumbia), introduced “Screwmbia” with Luis Espada, who performs as King Louie.
The duo aptly called themselves Royal Highness. They were part of a larger movement of crews like Peligrosa, Tormenta, Que Bajo, and Bombón who are pushing Latin music in new directions.
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Their formula was simple but revolutionary. They layered cumbia beats over various electronic musical styles including:
- Trap (a style of hip-hop with heavy bass and dramatic beats)
- Moombahton (a fusion of house music and reggaeton)
- Tukibass (an emerging electronic genre)
- Baltimore club music (a fast-paced dance music style)
Savani describes the sound as “the heartbeat of our people.” Honestly, he’s spot on. No matter your age or background, you’ll just want to move with it.
I gave it a listen myself, and they’re not exaggerating. The beats are infectious, and you can feel the soul in every note!
Digital Albums
Principe Q’s discography includes:
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- Rhinestone Cowboy (Volume 1–7)
- Cumbia Crates Boiler Room Edition
- Chiki Tiki Poom (Q Remix)
- Fade LA Mix
- Worldwide Genre Global Mix
- Moombahton Pack
- The Moombahsoul Pack
- Barrio Night Edit Pack
- Three Whole Summers
- “Q” Type Beats
- Bootleg Q (Volume 1 and 2)
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Can You Listen to Savani Quintanilla?
You can enjoy Principe Q’s music on popular streaming platforms like Spotify, SoundCloud, and Bandcamp.
Does Savani Quintanilla Perform Live?
Absolutely! Principe Q occasionally DJs at events, parties, and festivals. You can follow him on Instagram for updates on where he’s performing next.
Who Are Savani Quintanilla’s Musical Influences?
Principe Q credits Kanye, MF Doom, and J Dilla as his biggest influences.
Where Is Savani Quintanilla Based?
Principe Q operates out of his Corpus Christi studio, Alebrije, named after colorful Mexican sculptures.
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Wrapping Up
As Principe Q, Savani Quintanilla has done more than just carry the family torch. He’s sparked a new flame entirely, proving that traditional music can evolve too.
From a reluctant bass player to a pioneering music producer, his contributions to Latin music are profound. If you haven’t already, please check out his music.
My takeaway? Sometimes, the greatest legacies aren’t the ones we inherit, but the ones we build ourselves.
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