Residente

The son of an actress, Residente grew up in a middle-class neighborhood. He began studying music and art as a child. His first obsession was baseball (one that continues), but he learned to play guitar and drums; he was largely self-taught. In high school, he was a drummer in the school band. After graduation, he studied Fine Arts at Escuela de Artes Plásticas, and upon completing his bachelor's degree, he won a scholarship to Georgia's Savannah College of Arts & Design for post-graduate work. To relieve the pressure of school, he began to write poems and rap songs, choosing his stage name "Residente Calle 13" during those years. After receiving his master's degree, he moved to Barcelona where he studied and made films before returning to Puerto Rico. He earned his living for a time doing illustrations but grew bored. With reggaeton exploding in Puerto Rico, he eventually found his way into the music business by editing and directing videos.

From 🇵🇷 Puerto Rico