Daddy Yankee

Daddy Yankee is a Puerto Rican rapper, singer, and songwriter. He’s widely regarded by fans and music critics as King of Reggaeton and is often credited for his influence in Hispanic urban scene.

He gained fame from Gasolina (2004) that became a hit single around the world and popularized reggaeton to a wider global audience.

Some of his most notable songs are Despacito ft. Luis Fonsi (2017), Yankee 150 ft. Yandel & Feid, and Con Calma ft. Snow (2019).

Career

Ramón Rodríguez, known as Daddy Yankee, firstly intended to be a professional baseball player. However, Yankee was shot in his leg.

When taking a break, he used it to record music. His first appearance was in a mixtape by DJ Playero called Playero 34 in 1994. A year later, this singer released his initial studio album titled No Mercy.

He continued finding his music identity and finally performed reggaeton, which he was credited as the pioneer in the genre.

Yankee then expanded his career to the international market through his second album, El Cangri.com. Yankee has become one of the most influential artists in the world.

Guinness World Records has recorded his name as the first Latin artist that reaches #1 on Spotify’s Global Artist chart and first YouTube video that got five billion views from his song with Luis Fonsi, Despacito.

Throughout his career, Yankee has been endorsed by major brands, such as Reebok, Pepsi, and Walmart.

He even became the first Latin artist that was endorsed by Reebok. The rapper also received many prestigious awards, such as Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards, and Latin Grammy Awards.

Profile

Full Name: Ramón Luis Ayala Rodríguez
Stage Name: Daddy Yankee
Nickname: El Cangri, The Big Boss
Birthday: February 3, 1976
Birthplace: San Juan, Puerto Rico
Zodiac sign: Aquarius
Nationality: Puerto Rican, American
Religion: Christian
Profession: Singer, Rapper, Songwriter
Education: –
Hobbies: Singing
Parents: – (Father), Rosa Rodríguez (Mother)
Sibling: Nomar Ayala, Melvin Ayala
Wife: Mireddys González
Facebook: @daddyyankee
Twitter: @daddy_yankee
Instagram: @daddyyankee
TikTok: @daddyyankee
YouTube: Daddy Yankee Official

Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 170 cm (5’7″)
Weight: 78 kg (172 lbs)
Blood Type: –
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Light brown
Body Measurements: 42-35-15 (Bust -42, Waist -35, and Arms -15 inches)
Shoe Size: –

Family

Father: Ramón Ayala
Mother: Rosa Rodríguez
Brother: Nomar Ayala, Melvin Ayala
Sister: Yamilet Ayala González, Jesaeelys Ayala González, Jeremy Ayala González

Wife, Girlfriend, & Dating History

Mireddys González

Daddy Yankee has been married to Mireddys González, who’s his high school sweetheat, since 1995. They have known each other far before he achieved massive fame.

The couple welcomed Jesaeelys, their daughter, in June 1996. Two years later in May 1998, they welcomed a son named Jeremy.

In addition, their family also consists of another daughter named Yamilet, from his previous relationship.

Net Worth

Daddy Yankee is estimated to have accumulated $40 million to $50 million. He earns most of his income from music, in which he has became one of the most popular and successful artists in the industry.

Cars

Some of known cars from his collection are a Porsche 911 Speedster ($356 thousand), Ferrari 488 Spider ($284 thousand), and Lamborghini Murcielago ($290 thousand).

There are also a Cadillac Escalade ($58 thousand), DMC DeLorean ($25 thousand), 1977 Cadillac Coupe Deville ($9 thousand), and Chevrolet Corvette C3 ($6 thousand).

Charity

He donated $100 thousand to help the victims of Hurricane Maria through the Food Bank of Puerto Rico in 2017. The fund was used to provided food to around 9,000 affected families.

Controversies

Alleged Feud with Don Omar

In around 2006, media massively reported that Daddy Yankee was involved in a rivalry with Don Omar within “tiraera” genre.

However, both artists refuted the reports.

It began from comments from Daddy Yankee in a remix single, in which he criticized the “King of Kings” nickname for Landron.

Not long after, Don Omar responded through a track in his Los Rompediscotecas titled Ahora Son Mejor that allegedly became lyrical conflict between two parties.

Facts

Media named him the King of Reggaeton.
His unforgettable childhood memory was when his mother cooked rice, beans, and chicken.
Yankee’s best-loved homecooked dishes are rice and bean.
He thinks the best Puerto Rican meal for Thanksgiving are rice, pasteles, and turkey.
Meanwhile, hip hop and Jamaican music are the genres he was influenced by.
He grew up listening to Michael Jackson, Phil Collings, and El Puma.
This rapper is a huge fan of baseball.
His favorite team is Los Angeles Dodgers, and he has the teams’ hat.
The singer thinks the best thing about being a Latina artist is to be able to travel the world.
Yankee met his wife Mireddys González when they were little.
The couple married when they were 17 years old.
Their first daughter Yamilet Ayala González was born soon after they got married.
Two years later, the second daughter was named Jesaeelys Ayala González.
In May 2000, the third child, a son, named Jeremy Jahmar Ayala González was born.
Yankee released a clothing line called DY in 2006.
In 2006, Time magazine included him on the list of the 100 most influential people worldwide.
He received the Latino of the Year Award from Harvard College in 2008.
In 2008, he endorsed the American senator John McCain.
After Hurricane Maria, the singer donated 100,000 USD to the Food Bank of Puerto Rico.
His ideal type is…

Movies

Talento de barrio (2008), as Edgar “Dinero”
Straight Outta Puerto Rico (2007), as himself
Vampiros (2004), as Bimbo

TV Series

The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS ⏐ 2010), as himself

TV Shows

Hell’s Kitchen (FOX ⏐ 2015), as himself

Quotes

“I feel so much pride to represent my community and be Latino. No doubt about it, above my career and sales being a Latino comes first.”

“Any club is important. All Latin music movements are born in clubs. There is no better research than going to a club. If your music works, it will bounce up.”

“The best way to help the Latino community is to give back. I love giving back; I’m quiet about God and what I do, but we do a lot in the Dominican Republic.”

“I’ve been through a lot of beef with other singers, but it’s all verbal.”

“I would rather be the tail of a lion than the head of a mouse.”

“I know how to read people. When you grow up in a rough environment, you have to have a sixth sense.”

“We took dancehall and hip-hop and mixed it in the middle. I knew we had something. I thought, ‘This sound is Puerto Rican sound.'”

“‘Limbo’ has been one of the greatest hits of my career. A great response all over the world, not just Latinos but people in Europe and America.”

“I’m not a machista that tells his girl what she has to put on. I let her be herself.”

“I’ve been through a lot of beef with other singers, but it’s all verbal.”

“I have a record I love, ‘Limbo,’ which is very catchy. Daddy Yankee Our aim is to establish El Cartel as not just another tequila but part of the club and party lifestyle. There are several songs where I mention the brand name, and a lot of these party songs go hand in hand with the concept of Cartel Tequila.”

“When I talk about the Internet, it’s because young people are there. TV and radio are still what moves the masses, and you can’t ignore that. But you also have to feed that monster that grows daily, which is the Internet.”

Pics of Daddy Yankee

1. Yankee’s performance is always fantastic!

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2. He smiles brightly for receiving many awards

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3. The rapper loves traveling around the world

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4. The floral outfit gives a summer vibe

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5. He wears many accessories on stage

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FAQs

Who is Daddy Yankee?

He is a Puerto Rican rapper, singer, and songwriter.

Who is Daddy Yankee’s real name?

His real name is Ramón Luis Ayala Rodríguez.

What makes Daddy Yankee famous?

He got famous because of Gasolina (2004) that became a hit single around the world and popularized reggaeton to a wider global audience, as well as his other releases such as Despacito ft. Luis Fonsi (2017) and Con Calma ft. Snow (2019).