“Los Mejores Años” is Joaquina’s heartfelt pop diary about growing up when everyone swears you’re living the best years of your life. In a crowded party that feels anything but exciting, the Venezuelan singer confesses how easy it is to feel lonely while surrounded by people, how friendships fade as classmates chase careers, and how absurd it seems that an entire future can hang on a college diploma. She captures that in–between stage where you’re old enough to worry about the future yet young enough to crave movie-style romance, torn between wanting to care less and fearing adult life beyond twenty-four.
The song blends humor, honesty, and a flicker of nostalgia, turning everyday teenage doubts into a catchy anthem. Joaquina’s lyrics reassure listeners that questioning the hype around “the best years” is normal, and that it’s okay if the transition from carefree adolescence to responsible adulthood feels messy, scary, and absolutely real.
Joaquina Valentina Blavia Canabal, known simply as Joaquina, is a Venezuelan singer-songwriter born in Caracas in 2004. She began her musical journey early, mastering vocals, piano, and guitar before releasing her debut single "Rabia" in 2022. Joaquina's heartfelt lyrics and fresh Latin pop sound quickly captivated audiences, culminating in her acclaimed EP Los Mejores Años in 2023.
At just 19 years old, Joaquina became the youngest artist to win the Latin Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 2023, alongside a nomination for Best Singer-Songwriter Album. Signed with Universal Latino, she continues to shape the future of Latin music with her honest songwriting and melodic flair.