After gaining international recognition as the voice of the iconic chorus in “Yo Perreo Sola,” alongside Bad Bunny, Puerto Rican singer Nesi is embarking on a new chapter in her musical career with the release of *Pretty Bitch*, her first studio album. The album, released this Friday, serves as a statement of artistic identity in which the singer focuses on highlighting female empowerment and revealing a much more personal side of herself.
The artist, whose real name is Génesis Ríos, explained that this album was created to pay tribute to women who face life with determination, discipline, and courage. Through nine songs, she seeks to portray different female experiences that reflect strength, resilience, and authenticity.
Nesi and Her First Album: Her Friends’ Stories Were Turned Into Songs
One of the most striking aspects of *Pretty Bitch* is the way it was put together. Nesi revealed that much of her inspiration came from conversations she has with her friends, whom she affectionately calls “her girls.”
As she explained during an interview conducted in producer Charlee Way’s studio, many of the lyrics are based on real-life stories that her friends shared with her. Those experiences ended up becoming the central theme of the album.
The singer confessed that she still feels she hasn’t experienced all the situations she often addresses in her songs, so she decided to draw inspiration from the stories of women close to her to create a much more authentic project.
She even joked that many of her friends “write songs without even realizing it,” since all she has to do is listen to their experiences to find inspiration.
In addition to the message it seeks to convey, ” Pretty Bitch ” also gives Nesi an opportunity to showcase the breadth of her musical style.
Throughout the album, he explores different sounds ranging from trap to drill and R&B, genres in which he showcases a variety of vocal ranges and performance styles.
The artist explained that some songs focus entirely on rapping, while in others she opts for more elaborate melodies that allow her to showcase a different side of herself as a singer.
With this blend of rhythms, she aims to make it clear that her career isn’t limited to a single style and that she’s ready to explore new possibilities within urban music.
The album also features several well-known artists from the urban music scene.
Among the collaborations, Baby Rasta—considered one of the pioneers of reggaeton—stands out for his appearance on the song “La Tienes.” For Nesi, working alongside such a seasoned artist represents an important step in her professional growth.
The album also includes a remix of “Un Diablx,” featuring Conep and Denviel, as well as the track “Ley 54,” produced in collaboration with Karbeats.
These collaborations complement a production that aims to bring together new talent with established figures in the genre.
From the “Yo Perreo Sola” phenomenon to her rise as a solo artist
Although many people were introduced to Nesi’s voice in 2020 thanks to the massive success of “Yo Perreo Sola,” the singer has been working over the past few years to establish her own identity within urban music.
That collaboration with Bad Bunny marked a turning point, as the song not only achieved enormous commercial success but also sparked conversations about the role of women in reggaeton and became an anthem of female empowerment for millions of people.
Later, singles such as “Cachos” and “Perra Cara” were released, and with them he began to solidify his solo career.
Now, with the release of *Pretty Bitch*, Nesi brings together all the experiences she has gained since that historic success and presents a project that reflects her artistic evolution. More than just a debut album, the project aims to serve as a calling card that showcases who she truly is as a songwriter, performer, and representative of a new generation of women in urban music.
