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Who drove reggaeton worldwide?

Alejandra Méndez · Posted on June 3rd, 2024

Who are Don Omar and Tego Calderón?

Don Omar and Tego Calderón are two figures of the urban genre, especially recognized for their contribution to reggaeton. Born in Puerto Rico, both artists have had a significant influence on Latin music and have collaborated on several occasions, maintaining a legacy of hits that resonate in popular culture.

Don Omar's musical career

Don Omar, whose real name is William Omar Landrón Rivera, began his career in music in the early 2000s. With his debut album 'The Last Don', he positioned himself as one of the pioneers of reggaeton, a genre that at the time was beginning to gain popularity. Songs like 'Dale Don Dale' and 'Dile' became anthems of the urban movement.

Tego Calderón's impact on urban music

Tego Calderón, for his part, known for his unique style and his lyricism loaded with social criticism, burst onto the scene with his album 'El Abayarde' in 2002. His distinctive sound and his ability to mix reggaeton with other rhythms such as salsa and dancehall, have earned him the respect and admiration of a wide audience.

Collaborations and legacy

Don Omar and Tego Calderón have collaborated in several songs that have marked the history of reggaeton, such as 'Bandoleros', which was part of the soundtrack of the movie 'The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift'. Their influence extends beyond music, reaching the cinema and popular culture in general.

The importance of Don Omar and Tego Calderón in the evolution of reggaeton and their role in the internationalization of the genre is indisputable. They have opened paths for new generations of urban artists and continue to be references in the music industry.

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