Redimi2 facts for kids

Redimi2 (born Willy González Cruz on June 3, 1979) is a famous Dominican Christian music rapper and songwriter. He is known for making music that shares positive messages and his faith.

Willy started making music in 1999 with his brother JG, as part of a group called Redimi2 Squad. Later, when other members left, Willy decided to keep the name Redimi2 for himself. He is thought to be one of the most popular Christian rappers from the Dominican Republic and is known around the world. He was also the first rapper to release a Christian rap album in his home country.

Redimi2 has worked with many other Christian singers and rappers. Some of these include Lucía Parker, Annette Moreno, Danny Berrios, Jesús Adrián Romero, Vico C, Funky, Alex Zurdo, and Manny Montes. 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" by Evan Craft, which also included Danny Gokey. This song became very popular, reaching number 2 on Billboard's Hot Christian Songs chart.

Redimi2's Music Albums

Redimi2 has released many albums throughout his career. These albums feature 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)

Collaborative Albums

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

Mixtapes

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

Popular Songs by Redimi2

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

• "Combinación Mortal"
• "Raphy Méndez"
  • "Raphy Méndez parte 2"
  • "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)
• "Harto"
• "Parabellum"

Awards and Recognitions

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

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)

He has also been nominated for other awards like the Casandra Awards (now called the Soberano Awards) and the Dove Awards for his Spanish-language music.

See also

In Spanish: Redimi2 para niños