SAI AND MAR LUCAS SPEAK ABOUT LA CENA

In an era where the boundaries between digital culture and music continue to blur, Sai and Mar represent two artists carving out their own space beyond the labels that first made them visible. Sai, the Bogotá-born singer-songwriter raised in a family of artists, has spent years building an identity separate from the legacy of his famous surname, while Mar has been navigating the challenging transition from content creator to respected recording artist. Despite their different backgrounds, both share a determination to prove themselves through their music, authenticity, and creative vision.

Their new collaboration, La cena, brings together two emerging voices from opposite sides of the Atlantic in a song that blends heartbreak, nostalgia, and irresistible urban rhythms. During the conversation, Sai and Mar reflect on the making of the track, their artistic influences, the role of fashion and aesthetics in their careers, and the challenges of building credibility in today’s music industry. The result is a candid conversation about ambition, collaboration, and the personal stories that continue to shape their journeys.

Álvaro Ramos: For those who don't know you yet, who are Sai and Mar in 2026? How would you describe your journey into music and the challenges you've faced in building your own artistic identity?

Sai: Nice to meet you, I'm Simón Trujillo, artistically known as Sai. I'm a Bogota artist who grew up in a family of artists. My parents are actors, my brother is a musician, and my sister is an actress, so art has always been present in my life. When it came time to decide what I wanted to do, I knew I wanted to dedicate myself to music. I started on social media, and many people in Colombia knew me as Diego Trujillo's son. That was also a challenge because I needed to forge my own path and showcase my art. I had to work harder, make better music, and keep striving so that people would get to know Sai beyond my last name.

Mar: Mar in 2026 is a girl who is fighting for her dreams. I come from social media and being labeled a content creator, and obviously, it's been difficult for me to transition from one label to another. I'm fighting hard to establish a name and credibility as an artist. But I'm also happy, living my life as a normal person and as an artist at the same time. A bit like Hannah Montana.

AR: Your backgrounds are very different, but you've both had to prove who you are beyond labels. How do your roots and personal experiences influence your music?

Sai: I feel like I come with my Bogotá slang, my way of speaking, and my worldview. I grew up surrounded by art, and that's reflected in everything I do. I also like to tell stories and connect with people through something authentic.

Mar: I always try to find what makes me unique and what I can say so that people can empathize with me. I draw a lot of inspiration from my own story, from the romantic experiences I've had, and also from women I deeply admire, like Lola Índigo and Tini.

AR: Speaking of collaborations, how did “La cena” come about, and what has working together meant to you?

Sai: We met at a J Balvin concert. I had already seen Mar on social media. Everything flowed very naturally. I wrote to her to come to the studio, and we recorded the song in just an hour and a half. For me, it also means opening a door in Spain. It's the first collaboration I've done with a Spanish artist, and I feel like it's like planting a flag here.

Mar: I'm so grateful that he sang with me and that he gave the song so much love. Sharing this dream with him has been wonderful.

AR: In an industry where there's often talk about the lack of collaboration between women or the barriers between scenes, how do you experience collaborations?

Mar: I feel that men tend to be more open to collaborating and that women are often more closed off. I would love to see more songs with many women together representing the industry. It's something I always try to promote.

Sai: I feel very grateful. She's the first woman in Spain I've collaborated with, so it also has a special meaning for me.

AR: Beyond music, you both have a very close relationship with aesthetics and fashion. How does that visual world influence your artistic identity?

Mar: A lot. I love anything pink, sparkly, and glittery. Coming from social media, image and fashion have always been very present in my life.

Sai: I'm also very close to fashion. I like to think about how I dress and the image I project. My mom was a model for a long time, so I also grew up very connected to that world.

AR: And what influences do you have, both musically and visually?

Sai: Musically, I'm very inspired by Bruno Mars and a rapper from Bogotá called Cejas Negras.

Mar: I'm inspired by artists like Lola Índigo and Tini, especially for their discipline and everything they've built.

AR: If you could collaborate with any artist or fulfill any dream within the industry, what would it be?

Sai: My dream collaboration is with Drake.

Mar: I have so many in mind, but if we're talking about dreaming big, Rihanna, Lola Índigo, Tini, or Emilia would be incredible.

AR: If someone discovers "La cena" and wants to continue exploring your music, where should they start?

Mar: I would recommend "Bachatón" with Noriel and also "Cosas de Superstar," because they really explain the artistic universe I'm building.

Sai: I would recommend "Suerte de bebé," which I even got tattooed, as well as "Con S" and "Alma, cuerpo, mente, corazón."

AR: To finish, describe "La cena" in three words.

Mar and Sai: Heartbreak, sadness, and crying while twerking.

Questions by @alraco43