La Perla is a song by Puerto Rican duo Calle 13, released on their 2008 album Los de Atrás Vienen Conmigo and featuring Panamanian singer Rubén Blades. It takes its name from La Perla, a historic neighbourhood beside Old San Juan, and celebrates its community, resilience and everyday life. The track became one of the group's best-known songs and has remained popular in Latin music playlists, Puerto Rico tributes and cultural celebrations. Short clips like this one keep circulating because the rhythm is instantly recognisable and tied to a strong sense of place.