Ivy Queen

Ivy Queen is recognized as a pioneering force and icon in reggaeton, celebrated for her powerful lyrics and influential presence in Latin urban music. After joining the all-male collective The Noise in 1995, Ivy Queen performed her debut song ‘Somos Raperos Pero No Delincuentes,’ marking her entry into the nascent reggaeton scene. She launched her solo career in 1997 with the album ‘En Mi Imperio,’ distributed by Sony Discos. Her second album, ‘The Original Rude Girl,’ followed in 1998 and featured a collaboration with Wyclef Jean on the single ‘In the Zone,’ which charted on the Billboard Rhythmic Top 40 in 1999.

The year 2023 marked a significant return to her roots with her first concert in Puerto Rico in 15 years, alongside multiple major accolades: she received the Musical Legacy Award at the 35th Lo Nuestro Awards, was recognized with the Billboard Women in Music Icon Award, and was ranked #8 on Billboard’s ’50 Best Spanish-Language Rappers.’ She also received the Legacy Award at the Rolling Stone en Español Awards that year. Continuing her trailblazing career, Ivy Queen made history in 2024 as the first reggaeton artist to headline a concert at the iconic Carnegie Hall. A recognized pioneering force and icon in reggaeton, Ivy Queen has consistently advocated for female empowerment and addressed social issues through her powerful lyrics and influential presence. Her upcoming projects include the Afrobeats single ‘Casi Casi,’ set for release in 2025.