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Maluma’s real name is Juan Luis Londoño Arias, and he was born on January 28, 1994, in the city of Medellín, Colombia. From a young age, he showed a great interest and talent for music and soccer. His stage name, “Maluma,” is a combination of his mother Marlli’s name, his father Luis’s name, and his sister Manuela’s name.
He began playing guitar at an early age and released his first album titled “Magia” in 2012. However, it was thanks to his second album, “Pretty Boy, Dirty Boy” (2015), that he achieved international success with hits like “Borro Cassette” and “El Perdedor.”
Maluma’s unique style blends reggaeton with Latin pop and elements of urban music. He has collaborated with many famous artists such as Shakira, Ricky Martin, Thalía, and Marc Anthony. With songs like “Felices los 4,” “Corazón” (featuring Nego do Borel), and “Hawái,” he has successfully solidified his global success.
In addition to his music career, Maluma has ventured into acting, appearing in projects like “Más allá de la herencia” and the television series “El Secretario.” His extravagant lifestyle and connection with his fans through social media have made him famous.
Maluma has won numerous awards and nominations, including several Billboard Latin Music Awards and Latin Grammy Awards. Today, he is considered one of the most prominent and successful artists in the urban genre, continuing to exert his influence in Latin music worldwide.