Nina Sky on Sisterhood, Nuyorican Pride and Keeping the Party Going
Rooted in Nuyorican heritage, Latin rhythms, and an undeniable sense of energy, Nina Sky turns music into a celebration of identity. In this conversation, the twin sisters open up about “Coco Sí,” their original track for Buchanan’s Coconut, the cultural references that shaped the campaign, and the unique chemistry that has defined their creative partnership. From the streets of New York and Puerto Rico to the dance floor, Nina Sky continues to celebrate the power of music, culture, and familia.
FEATURE INTERVIEW:
Buchanan’s Coconut celebrates tropical energy and Latin culture. How did you bring your own roots and identity into this campaign?
The campaign felt really natural to who we are. The vibrant energy is something that resonates with us as proud Nuyoricans. From the music to the vibrancy on set, there was a lot of inspiration from our own upbringing. How we showed up on set to even how we interacted with the crew… it really felt like familia.
You created “Coco Sí,” an original track for the campaign. What was the creative process like, and how did you turn the flavor and vibe of Buchanan’s Coconut into music?
We wanted the track to capture the bold energy of Buchanan’s Coconut and make people want to move. We leaned into dembow-inspired sounds and brought our own influences into the vocals, creating something that feels fun and full of energy. The goal was for “Coco Sí” to feel like the soundtrack to a celebration — a track you hear and immediately want to turn up.
The campaign pays tribute to Latin Americans. What was the most fun part of turning this cultural reference into music, style, and a whole new vibe?
The campaign inspiration was so cool. We’re super familiar with fruteros. They’re all over Puerto Rico, but we remember them from the barrio in New York City too — you can’t miss them! What we love about using them as inspiration is that they aren’t just selling fruit — they really bring the energy and get people excited, and you know when you hear them, there’s something sweet in store. It was really fun to get to use that iconic cart in the creative to bring the brand’s “loudest flavor yet” to life in a way that celebrated summer vibes, Latin culture, and a sense of familia.
You’re known for blending different rhythms and influences in your DJ sets. What’s one song that absolutely has to be on your perfect summer party playlist?
“Quiero Bailar” by Ivy Queen, forever.
Mezclao is all about keeping the spirit of summer alive through music, rhythm, and tropical energy. What does this kind of celebration mean to you, and how do you bring that energy to the dance floor?
For us, it’s really about creating a moment where everyone can let loose, connect, and have fun. Music has always been about bringing people together, and we love mixing different vibes and influences to create that kind of energy. Mezclao captures that perfectly — it’s all about the mix and what happens when different rhythms, cultures, and flavors come together.
As twin sisters and musical partners, you share a unique connection. How does that chemistry translate into your creative process and performances?
There’s something extra special about being twins — we naturally play off each other, but we also bring our own unique energy into the mix. It reminds us of Buchanan’s Coco and Piña: different flavors, but even better together!
What’s next for Nina Sky? Are there any new projects, collaborations, or surprises fans should be excited about?
We have new music on the way with Flagrant Drvms, which is exciting. We reimagined our 2005 song with Yaga y Mackie, “Bailando.” Flagrant Drvms’ Afro-Latin house sound really takes the track to another level. We’re super excited for it to be released at the end of October. We’re also touring and bringing our Y2QUE concept to more cities, celebrating our favorite era and the Latine icons that influenced it! Surprises… maybe! They wouldn’t be surprises if we revealed them!
TEAM CREDITS:
Editor-in-Chief: Prince Chenoa
Feature Editor: Taylor Winter Wilson (@taylorwinter)
Brazil Editor: Leonardo Loreto (@leonardoloreto)
