Award-winning music legend J Balvin is a Colombian singer who began his career when he was a teenager. Best described as a reggaeton singer, he’s stunned many with his eloquent rap-synched lyrics and flows into most of his hits. He has received many awards and has become popular not only in his home country where he started but also around the world.
Notably, Balvin created his own style of music alongside various dance steps. In this article you will learn everything you need to know about the Colombian-born singer.
J Balvin Biography (Age)
J Balvin was born to Alvaro Osorio and Alba Mery Vasque on May 7, 1985 and named José Álvaro Osorio Balvin at birth. He was raised with his sister; Alba Mery Vasque in Medellin Colombia. His father, Alvaro, made ends meet as an economist and business owner, but sadly lost his vast wealth in bankruptcy, leaving the family in a state of pity. On the other hand his mother; Alba was in dire straits with a genetic condition that affected her immensely. To remember his mother, the rapper tattooed the word “Familia” on his chest.
Jose grew up listening to all kinds of music, but being particularly interested in rap, he also adored rap star Daddy Yankee. Balvin had his basic education in his birthplace but moved to New York at the age of 17 to study English. While living in New York as an English student, he understood the depths of music and later decided to pursue it as a career. At 19 he took the stage name J Balvin “El Negocio” meaning “The Business” and performed in some urban clubs in Medellin. He also studied International Business at EAFIT University in Medellín.
Although Jose started his musical career professionally in 2010, after the release of his first album, Real , he rose to prominence in 2014 with the release of his album 6 AM. Meanwhile, the rapper also released two more singles in 2012, titled ” En Lo Oscuro” and “Como un Animal . “
Initially, his track 6 AM took No. 43 on the Billboard Latin Airplay chart in February 2014, but four months later it climbed the ladder and took first place on the chart. Also his album; La Familia peaked at number ten on the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart. His outstanding performance on the Ay Vamos track pushed him to win the Latin Grammy Award for Best Urban Song in 2014, and later went to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs Chart the following year.J Balvin has worked with many other celebrated stars. He featured Nicky Jam and French Montana in the remix of the song, Ay Vamos which was later used as the soundtrack for the film, Angry 7 .
Wealth (income and earnings)
Established in the entertainment world, there’s no doubt that the reggaeton singer has made enough money from his numerous musical escapades. Its total value is estimated at $16 million.
girlfriend
Despite the ongoing rumors that the Colombian singer is gay, he has proven he has a clear sexual orientation in his Twitter grip. He is currently believed to be single.
Although J. Balvin has dated a few ladies in the past, he was once romantically involved with Colombian actress Diana Osorio, a woman named Ana Bekoa, and another Karol G.
Body Stats – Height
Of Colombian descent, it is 5ft 8in tall and weighs 79kg. J Balvin has a well defined physique with enough abs and packs. He is believed to measure 41 inches or 104 cm, 14 inches or 35.5 cm, 35 inches or 89 cm for his chest, biceps and waist measurements.
Other interesting facts
- tours
Well, apart from his many exploits in the studio, J Balvin has arranged and performed many music tours. His first tour entitled Sex and Love His tour “Energia” held in 2016 was performed in USA, Europe, Israel and Central Asia.
- Presence on social media
Balvin’s popularity was noticeable in his socialmedia accounts. He has over 40 million fans on his Instagram, Facebook and Twitter account and also has over 11 million subscribers and 7 billion views on his YouTube channel.
- health problems
J Balvin suffers from panic attacks and undergoes meditation to control his anxiety. He reportedly suffers from dementia every time he is exposed to these health problems.
- Tattoo
The music artist is a tattoo lover. He got his first tattoo when he was 12 and has gotten many more since then.
