El AK invites us on an adrenaline-charged dawn with a modern corrido anti-hero. At 3:51 a.m. our narrator is already on the move, cutting up “el queso” (slang for money) and keeping the party alive with a bolsa de coquito. He flaunts an LV belt, cruises a Maserati, and blasts corridos tumbados while the speedometer climbs. Yet beneath the luxury and bravado we meet a man who stays sereno, picks his friends carefully, and never forgets the advice of his parents.
The song balances swagger with gratitude: fast cars and late-night smoke sessions sit right beside moments of thanks to “el de arriba.” El AK reminds us to enjoy life to the fullest—there won’t be a second round—while staying loyal, cautious, and true to the people who matter. Junior H’s laid-back vocals pair with Natanael Cano’s raw storytelling to paint a vivid picture of today’s young Mexican outlaw culture, where style, risk, and reflection collide under the early-morning sky.
Natanael Rubén Cano Monge, born on March 27, 2001, in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico, is a groundbreaking Mexican rapper, singer, and composer.
He is best known for pioneering "corridos tumbados," a unique fusion of traditional regional Mexican corridos with modern trap and hip-hop elements. Beginning his career by uploading guitar covers and original songs on YouTube, Natanael quickly gained recognition for blending genres and storytelling. His hit "Soy el Diablo" gained international attention, especially after a remix with Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny.
Signed to Rancho Humilde and Warner Latina, Cano has released several successful albums and EPs, showcasing his dynamic style. Drawing inspiration from legends like Ariel Camacho and contemporary Latin trap artists, Natanael Cano continues to innovate and shape the future of regional Mexican music.