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Justin Quiles, Lenny Tavárez, and Blessd just dropped "LAS NEAS," reuniting after their 2021 hit "Medallo." The new track doubles down on their connection to Medellín, packing street-level reggaetón with Colombian slang and the energy that defines paisa culture. This time, the song bridges their SUPERARTE creative universe with the real-life barrio that shaped their careers.

"LAS NEAS" isn't subtle about its inspiration. The title itself references local slang, and the lyrics are loaded with Medellín-specific terms: "sisas," "neas," "guaro," and "chimbita." These aren't just words, they're cultural markers that ground the song in the city's identity and everyday language.

Medellín as More Than a Backdrop

For all three artists, Medellín represents a turning point. After "Medallo" became a global phenomenon, Colombia became the platform that expanded their reach beyond Latin audiences. The city gave them artistic validation and a fanbase that understood the cultural codes embedded in their music.

"This track is a tribute to the barrio and to the city that gave us so much. Medellín has its own language, its own unique energy, and we wanted to capture that for the world," Quiles said about the release.

The production keeps things raw and rhythmic, leaning into street reggaetón rather than polished pop crossover. It's fast-paced and direct, matching the intensity of the city that inspired it. The beat carries that same collective spirit you hear in local Colombian reggaetón, where the music feels like it belongs to the streets before it hits streaming platforms.

The Chemistry Still Works

The three artists sound comfortable together. Their chemistry from "Medallo" is still there, but the new track shows how they've grown as artists over the past few years. Quiles and Tavárez bring their Puerto Rican reggaetón foundation, while Blessd adds the Colombian perspective that ties everything back to Medellín's specific sound and attitude.

This isn't just a nostalgic reunion. "LAS NEAS" feels like a natural progression, taking what worked about "Medallo" and pushing it further into the barrio aesthetic that defines their SUPERARTE project.

SUPERARTE Meets Real Life

Within the SUPERARTE universe, the barrio functions as both setting and source material. It's where the stories, symbols, and sounds originate before being transformed into their artistic output. "LAS NEAS" connects that fictional world to Medellín's actual streets, creating a feedback loop between their creative concept and the city's lived reality.

The track positions the barrio not as background scenery but as an active participant in the narrative. Medellín's codes, language, and energy aren't just referenced, they're embedded in the song's DNA from the lyrics to the production choices.

Why This Collaboration Matters

The timing of "LAS NEAS" matters. Colombian reggaetón and urban music have been gaining global attention, with Medellín specifically becoming a hub for artists who blend local sounds with broader Latin urban trends. By returning to the city and centering their new music around its culture, Quiles, Tavárez, and Blessd are reinforcing that connection while their profiles are bigger than they were in 2021.

The song also shows how artists can maintain authenticity while operating within a conceptual framework like SUPERARTE. Rather than diluting the street credibility for mass appeal, "LAS NEAS" leans into the specificity of Medellín's culture and uses that as its selling point.

For fans who connected with "Medallo," this release offers more of what worked: three artists who understand Medellín's musical language and can translate it for audiences who want reggaetón that feels connected to a place rather than designed for playlists.

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