Over the past 17 years, the world has come to know Jhayco as one of the writers behind Cardi B’s chart-topping rap single “I Like It,” a composer behind J Balvin ‘s Latin-Grammy winning album “Vibras” and one of Bad Bunny’s most frequently featured artist. Now, with “Le Clique: Vida Rockstar (X)” (released last month), Jhayco is putting himself front and center. With an ear for dynamic beats and a lust-focused pen, the 31-year-old singer, songwriter and producer is regarded as a powerhouse in contemporary reggaeton.
Collecting collaborations from some of Latin music’s biggest names like Mora, Tainy and Anuel AA, the Miami-based musician has developed a knack for reinvention over his lengthy career. By 16, the Puerto Rican-born, New Jersey-raised multi-hyphenate was already producing tracks for artists like Zion & Lennox, Natti Natasha and Tito el Bambino. After settling into the music industry, he launched a solo career under the name Jhay Cortez in 2017.
Everything changed for the artist with the release of “No Me Conoce,” the third single off his debut studio album “Famouz.” The laid-back earworm about a secret affair caught the attention of reggaeton giants Bad Bunny and J Balvin who hopped on a remix. To date, it has more than 1.
4 billion Spotify streams and helped Jhayco reach global audiences. Over the next few years, he continued establishing himself with popular features like “Dakiti” with Bad Bunny and “512” with Mora. As one of re.
