Fat Joe, a prominent Latino figure in the rap industry, rose to fame in the '90s with successful albums like Jealous One's Envy (1995) and Don Cartagena (1998), which charted well on Billboard. He also gained recognition for his work with Big Pun and Terror Squad, achieving mainstream success with hits like "Lean Back" (2004). In the 2010s, he continued to stay relevant with collaborations such as "All the Way Up" (2016) with Remy Ma, earning Grammy nominations. Fat Joe's musical journey continued with releases like Family Ties (2019) and singles like "Sunshine (The Light)" (2021).
Born Joe Cartagena in the South Bronx, Fat Joe entered the music scene in the early '90s with his debut album Represent (1993) and the hit single "Flow Joe." He later signed with Atlantic Records and ventured into various business endeavors while releasing successful albums like Jealous Ones Still Envy (J.O.S.E.) (2001) and Me, Myself & I (2006). Over the years, Fat Joe maintained his presence in the industry through collaborations, mixtapes, and albums, including Plata o Plomo (2017) with Remy Ma. His recent works include singles like "Sunshine (The Light)" and "Back Outside" in 2021, showcasing his enduring influence in hip-hop.
