Lasso, born Andrés Vicente de Jesús Lazo Uslar on February 18, 1988, is a highly acclaimed Venezuelan musician and Grammy-winning singer-songwriter. Renowned for his genre-blending style of pop rock infused with Latin rhythms like reggae and European influences such as Flamenco, Lasso has set a remarkable record with 14 #1 singles on the Venezuelan charts. His prolific career is marked by numerous platinum records across Colombia, Chile, Ecuador, the United States, Mexico, Peru, and Venezuela, demonstrating his widespread appeal and influence.
Lasso’s breakthrough came with the release of his debut album, *Sin Otro Sentido*, in March 2011. The album’s lead single, “No Pares de Bailar,” became a sensation, topping HTV charts and driving the album to the top of sales charts at Recordland, a major Venezuelan music store. His subsequent single, “Te Veo,” further solidified his position as a leading artist in Venezuela and South America.
In 2015, Lasso relocated to Mexico City to expand his career internationally. There, he released *El Exilio Voluntario de una Mente Saturada*, and collaborated on notable singles like “Un Millon Como Tu” with Camila Gallardo and “Subtítulos” with Danna Paola, released on September 27, 2019. These collaborations showcased his evolving musical style and global reach.
Lasso’s achievements were recognized in 2023 when he and the Venezuelan group LAGOS won the Best Pop/Rock Song award at the 23rd Latin Grammys. His career highlights also include receiving Grammy and Heat awards, and nominations for Premios lo Nuestro and Juventud, underscoring his significant impact on Latin music.
