Born in March 1984 in Puerto Rico, Nicole and Natalie Albino, known professionally as Nina Sky, are of Puerto Rican and Dominican descent. The twins grew up in Astoria, Queens, New York, where music became an integral part of their lives from a young age. By seven, they had written their first song, "Sisters," and by ten, they knew they wanted to be singers. At thirteen, they learned to DJ, and by fifteen, they were performing in clubs and concerts across New York.
The twins chose their stage name Nina Sky with purpose, combining syllables from their first names to form "Nina" and adding "Sky" to reflect their ambition. In 2004, they were introduced to Cipha Sounds, and their demo caught the attention of Eddie O'Loughlin, president of Next Plateau Entertainment, who signed them immediately. Their debut single, "Move Ya Body," was released in 2004 and reached number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100, also charting at number 22 on the Billboard Year-End chart.
Nina Sky contributed significantly to the reggaeton movement, collaborating with various artists and featuring on Sean Paul's track "Connection." In October 2005, they released their second mixtape, drawing heavily from Latin music influences. In 2006, they released their third mixtape, "80's Babies." Their self-titled debut album followed shortly after their first concert at Club Demara.
In 2007, Nicole and Natalie began recording their second studio album, "Starting Today," but a dispute over the album's delayed release ended their contract with Universal. They joined Polo Grounds Music/J Records, but the issue persisted. In 2010, the duo released an eight-song EP, "The Other Side," as a digital download. Nicole came out as a lesbian in 2010 and married fashion designer Erin Magee that same year.
After "The Other Side," the twins continued releasing music independently, including the album "Nicole and Natalie" in 2012. They remained active on the club circuit and produced remixes throughout this period. In 2025, they released the track "4PLAY" and collaborated with Manu Manzo on "La Buena Vida 2." The duo shares an Instagram account, @ninaskyofficial, where they post updates on music, personal milestones, and family life.
Natalie married artist Michael Colón, and they have two children, Max and Izzy. She continues to balance music with family life. Nina Sky's net worth has not been publicly confirmed, but their income likely comes from music sales, streaming royalties, live club performances, and artist collaborations.
Today, Nina Sky continues to make music and perform live, with a lasting impact on the industry. The twins' legacy serves as a testament to their dedication and passion for their craft.
Key points
- Nina Sky's debut single "Move Ya Body" reached number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2004.
- Nicole Albino publicly came out as a lesbian in 2010 and married fashion designer Erin Magee that same year.
- The twins continue to release music independently, including the 2025 track "4PLAY" and collaboration "La Buena Vida 2" with Manu Manzo.
