Calle 13 (band) facts for kids
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Calle 13
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Calle 13 performing in Venezuela
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| Origin | Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico |
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| Years active | 2004–2015 (hiatus) |
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Calle 13 is a famous music group from Puerto Rico. It was started by two stepbrothers, René Pérez Joglar, known as Residente, and Eduardo Cabra Martínez, known as Visitante. Their half-sister, Ileana Cabra Joglar, also known as ILE, sings backing vocals. They are known for their unique music style and powerful lyrics.
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About Calle 13
René Pérez Joglar, born on February 23, 1978, is the lead singer and songwriter. He is known as Residente. Eduardo José Cabra Martínez, born on September 10, 1978, is known as Visitante. He plays many instruments, sings, and produces their music. Their half-sister, Ileana Cabra Joglar, sings backing vocals. She is also known as PG-13 or ILE.
How They Started
The stepbrothers, René and Eduardo, were first discovered by Elias De Leon. They got a record deal with White Lion Records. This happened after they left a demo with Carlos “Karly” Rosario, who worked for the record company.
Their first big moment came with the song "Querido FBI". This song made them well-known in Puerto Rico. In 2005, Calle 13 released their first album, also called Calle 13. It became very popular with songs like "Se Vale Tó-Tó" and "¡Atrévete-te-te!".
Their Music Journey
In 2007, the group released their second album, Residente o Visitante. This album was also a big hit. They tried out many different music styles on it. This helped them become famous across Latin America. They even won three Latin Grammys for this album.
Their third album, Los de Atrás Vienen Conmigo, came out in 2008. It won Album of the Year at the 2009 Latin Grammy Awards. Calle 13 then released Entren Los Que Quieran in November 2010. Their most recent album, Multi Viral, was released on March 1, 2014.
Their Unique Music Style
Calle 13 is famous for its special and varied music style. They often use unusual instruments in their songs. This makes their music sound very different from typical reggaeton.
The band is also known for its clever and sometimes funny lyrics. They often sing about social issues and culture in Latin America. The stepbrothers also strongly support their home, Puerto Rico. They believe Puerto Rico should be independent.
Awards and Recognition
Calle 13 has won many awards for their music. They have won twenty-one Latin Grammy Awards. This is a record for the most Latin Grammy wins ever! They have also won three regular Grammy Awards.
Images for kids
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Residente and PG-13 during the 34th. Support to Claridad Festival, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, April 24, 2008
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Residente performing on August 29, 2009.
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Residente performing in Veracruz, Mexico on August 29, 2009.
See also
In Spanish: Calle 13 (banda) para niños
