Arcangel

Arcángel, born Austin Agustín Santos on December 23, 1985, in New York City and raised between the U.S. and Puerto Rico, emerged as a defining voice of reggaetón’s second wave. He first gained attention as part of the duo Arcángel & De La Ghetto, where his sharp delivery, distinct vocal tone, and lyrical edge set him apart. Their breakout hit “Ven Pégate” became a foundational anthem in early-2000s reggaetón, marking the arrival of a new school of urbano that blended street realism with melodic sensibility. Even then, Arcángel’s flow felt like a signature—equal parts confidence and emotion.He’s collaborated with nearly every major urbano star and remains one of the genre’s most respected voices. With billions of streams and headlining tours in the U.S., Latin America, and Spain, Arcángel is not only prolific—he’s essential. He brings heart, honesty, and lyrical sharpness to a genre that often forgets its soul. Arcángel isn’t just part of reggaetón’s history—he’s one of the reasons it still has something real to say