Residente, born René Pérez Joglar, is a multi-talented artist known for his work as a rapper, singer, writer, producer, and film director. Alongside his stepbrother Visitante (Eduardo José Cabra Martínez), he co-founded the acclaimed rap group Calle 13, which has garnered 24 Latin Grammy awards, the most for a single group in Latin music history. Residente holds a Fine Arts degree and is recognized for his social and humanitarian efforts in partnership with organizations such as UNICEF and Amnesty International.

Raised in a middle-class neighborhood, Residente developed a passion for music and art from a young age, initially focusing on baseball before teaching himself to play guitar and drums. After pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts and post-graduate studies in Georgia, he transitioned to a career in music, eventually forming Calle 13 in 2004 with Visitante. The group's socially conscious and musically diverse approach to hip-hop gained widespread acclaim, leading to collaborations with artists like Nelly Furtado and Alejandro Sanz. Following the success of Calle 13, Residente embarked on a solo career, releasing his self-titled album in 2017, which earned him a Latin Grammy for Best Urban Music album.