Redimi2 facts for kids

Redimi2 is the stage name of Willy González Cruz, a famous Dominican Christian music rapper and songwriter. He was born on June 3, 1979. Redimi2 is known for being a pioneer in Christian rap music in his country. His songs often share positive messages and his faith.

He started his music journey in 1999 with a group called Redimi2 Squad, which included his brother JG. After the other members left, Willy decided to keep the name Redimi2 for himself. His music has become very popular and has influenced many people in the Christian music world, both in his home country and around the globe. He is especially recognized for releasing the very first Christian rap album in the Dominican Republic.

Redimi2 has worked with many other well-known Christian artists. These include singers like Lucía Parker, Annette Moreno, Danny Berrios, and Jesús Adrián Romero. He has also collaborated with famous Puerto Rican rappers such as Vico C, Funky, Alex Zurdo, and Manny Montes. In his personal life, he has been married to Daliza Contreras since 2005, and they have a daughter named Samantha González.

In 2021, Redimi2 was featured on the song "Be Alright" with Evan Craft and Danny Gokey. This song became a big hit, reaching number 2 on Billboard's Hot Christian Songs chart.

Music Albums by Redimi2

Redimi2 has released many albums throughout his career, starting in 2000. Each album features his unique style of Christian rap and hip-hop.

Studio Albums

• Combinación Mortal (2000)
• Hasta Los Dientes (2004)
• Revolución (2006)
• Phenomenon Edition (2009)
• Exterminador Operación P.R. (2011)
• Exterminador Operación P.R. 100X35 (2012)
• Exterminador Operación R.D. (2012)
• Exterminador Operación Mundial (2014)
• Pura Sal (2017)
• Trapstornadores (2018)
• 20/20 (2020)
• Momentum (2021)
• Rompiendo (2022)
• Maverick (2023)
• Base Y Fundamento (2024)

Live and Special Albums

• Vivo: El Concierto (2008)
• UNO Live (with Funky and Alex Zurdo) (2025)

Other Music Projects

• El equipo invencible (2007)
• Mas (with Funky) (2013)
• UNO (with Alex Zurdo and Funky) (2021)

Mixtape

• Rap Redimi2: Las cosas que nunca dije (The Mixtape Vol.1) (2010)

Popular Songs (Singles)

Redimi2 has released many singles, which are individual songs. Some of his well-known songs include:

• "Combinación Mortal"
• "Raphy Méndez" (and its sequels "Raphy Méndez parte 2" and "Raphy Méndez parte 3")
• "5 Micrófonos" (featuring Ariel Kelly and 3C)
• "¿Qué Me Viste?"
• "Déjame Nacer"
• "Omar y Erika" (featuring Isabelle)
• "Yo No Canto Basura"
• "Voy Delante"
• "Qué Futuro Tendrá"
• "Buenas Noticias"
• "Ruge 2.0"
• "Estoy Aquí" (featuring Lucía Parker)
• "7 En El Micrófono" (featuring Manny Montes, Goyo, Alex Zurdo, Michael Pratts, Sugar, Maso)
• "Pao Pao Pao" (featuring Vico C)
• "Ella No Cree En El Amor"
• "Es Con Dios"
• "No Woman Don't Cry"
• "Dominicano Soy"
• "Yo Soy Así" (featuring Funky)
• "Yo Sere Tu Sol" (featuring Tercer Cielo)
• "Fenomenal"
• "Nunca Me Avergonzaré" (featuring Daniela Barroso)
• "Saldrás De Esta" (featuring René González, Lucía Parker)
• "El Nombre de Jesús" (featuring Christine D'Clario)
• "Aleluya Amén"
• "Espíritu Santo" (featuring Barak)
• "Ofensivo Y Escandaloso"
• "Tus Pasos" (featuring Ulises de Rescate)
• "Viviré" (featuring Evan Craft)
• "Pura Sal" (featuring Funky, Alex Zurdo)
• "Milagro De Amor" (featuring Joel De Jesus)
• "Un Millón De Razones"
• "Filipenses 1:6" (featuring Almighty)
• "Por Un Like" (featuring Lizzy Parra, Angel Brown)
• "Trapstorno" (featuring Rubinsky RBK, Natan El Profeta, Philippe)
• "Rompiendo" (single Version)
• "Harto"
• "Parabellum"
• "El Cupable" (with Alex Zurdo, Funky)
• "MFDT" (with Alex Zurdo, Funky)
• "Colores" (with Alex Zurdo, Funky)

Awards and Recognitions

Redimi2 has received several awards and nominations for his music. These awards celebrate his impact and talent in the Christian music scene.

Arpa Awards

The Arpa Awards recognize excellence in Christian music.

• 2013: Won "Best Urban Album" for Más (with Funky)
• 2015: Won "Best Collaborative Song" for "Espíritu Santo" (with Barak)
• 2022: Won "Best Urban Album or Track" for UNO (with Alex Zurdo & Funky)

Premios Tu Música Urbano

These awards celebrate urban music.

• 2021: Won "Best Christian Song" for "Filipenses 1:6" (with Almighty)

See also

In Spanish: Redimi2 para niños