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<h2>Early Life and Musical Influences</h2>

<p>J Balvin, born <a href="/biography/j-balvin">José Álvaro Osorio Balvin</a> on May 7, 1985, in Medellín, Colombia, grew up in a middle-class family. From an early age, he was drawn to music, influenced by rock bands such as Metallica and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nirvana_(band)">Nirvana</a>. His passion for reggaeton developed after listening to artists like <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daddy_Yankee">Daddy Yankee</a>, whose sound heavily influenced Balvin's evolving musical style.</p>

<p>At the age of 17, Balvin participated in an English-exchange program in Oklahoma, United States. He later moved to New York City to further his education, residing with his aunt in Staten Island. During this period, he studied English and music while working as a dog walker to support himself. Inspired by the entrepreneurial mindset of New York-based rappers such as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/50_Cent">50 Cent</a> and <a href="/biography/sean-combs">P. Diddy</a>, Balvin began to see music not only as an art form but also as a viable business path.</p>

<h2>Education and Early Career</h2>

<p>After returning to Colombia, Balvin enrolled at EAFIT University in Medellín, where he studied international business for seven semesters. However, at the age of 19, he decided to leave university to fully dedicate himself to a music career. He started performing regularly at local nightclubs in Medellín, gradually building a fan base and refining his stage presence and musical style.</p>

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<h2>Breakthrough with “6 AM” and Rise in the Reggaeton Scene</h2>

<p>J Balvin's major breakthrough came in February 2014 with the release of the single "6 AM," featuring Puerto Rican <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Farruko">singer</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Farruko">Farruko</a>. The track was a commercial success, peaking at number 2 on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart. This achievement significantly elevated Balvin’s status in the Latin music industry and helped usher in a renewed global interest in reggaeton.</p>

<p>With his distinct blend of reggaeton, urban rhythms, and crossover appeal, J Balvin has since become a leading figure in the Latin urban music genre. His innovative approach and commitment to maintaining Spanish lyrics in his mainstream hits have helped globalize reggaeton, making him one of the most influential Latin artists of his generation.</p>

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