J Balvin, born José Álvaro Osorio Balvin 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 Nirvana. His passion for reggaeton developed after listening to artists like Daddy Yankee, whose sound heavily influenced Balvin's evolving musical style.
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 50 Cent and P. Diddy, Balvin began to see music not only as an art form but also as a viable business path.
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.
| Birth Date: | 7 May, 1985 |
| Age: | 35 yrs |
| Occupations: | Singer |
| Citizenship: | Colombia |
| Birth Place: | Medellín |
| Education: | EAFIT University |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | Colombian reggaeton singer |
| Net Worth 2020: | 16 million |
| Net Worth 2021: | 20 million |
