La Niña pairs Gabito Ballesteros’s smooth regional-urbano style with Kenia Os’s playful voice to paint a sun-soaked story of flirtation on the Mexican coast. He’s the enamored suitor, writing “la carta más bonita” and promising an AMG pickup and VIP nightlife. She’s the free-spirited girl who would rather sip beers on the beach, blast music from a portable speaker, and dance with her friends. Their call-and-response verses feel like a game of cat and mouse set to a catchy norteño-pop beat.
Beneath the breezy vibe, the song celebrates youthful freedom and self-confidence. Gabito’s romantic persistence meets Kenia’s “na-na-na, no quiero nada” mantra, reminding listeners that you only live once, so enjoy the moment, follow your own rhythm, and never let anyone dim your sparkle. The result is an anthem for carefree nights, ice-cold drinks, and choosing fun over pressure—¿y qué más da?
Gabriel "Gabito" Ballesteros Abril, born on July 23, 1999, in Cumpas, Sonora, Mexico, is a rising singer-songwriter and record producer in the Regional Mexican and corridos tumbados genres. Raised in a musical family, he learned guitar at eight and performed in mariachi and choir groups from a young age. After pausing his early career to earn a degree in industrial engineering, Gabito returned to music with renewed energy, signing with Los CT Records and collaborating with major artists like Peso Pluma, Natanael Cano, Junior H, and Becky G.
Gabito Ballesteros gained notable recognition with the 2022 breakout single "El Chamán" and his 2022 collaboration "AMG" alongside Natanael Cano and Peso Pluma, which landed on the Billboard Hot 100 and reached number one in Mexico. Known for blending traditional Mexican sounds with modern melodies, he continues to shape the future of Latin music and was named Billboard's Latin Artist on the Rise in July 2023. In 2024, he released his debut full-length album, The GB, marking his impressive arrival on the international stage.