Romeo Santos Biography

Fast Facts

• Was named the 2013 ASCAP Latin Awards Songwriter of the Year
• Has served as CEO of the entertainment brand Roc Nation Latin
• He, his cousin and two of their friends started the band Aventura and performed in the Bronx for five years before being signed to a label
• Started singing when he joined his church choir at a young age
• Quote: "[on "Si Yo Muero"] "With this song, I talk about everything, my frustrations, it is a chance for me to vent․""
• Best known for promoting Bachata music
• Performed at the White House for former President Barack Obama
• Is the first Latin artist to perform at the Yankee Stadium constructed in 2009