Pedro Capo

Pedro Francisco Rodríguez Sosa, known as Pedro Capó, was born on November 14, 1980, in Santurce, San Juan, Puerto Rico. He is the grandson of singer Bobby Capó and former Miss Puerto Rico Irma Nydia Vázquez. Capó began playing guitar at a young age and became the lead vocalist for the group Marka Registrada. His career expanded into acting, with roles in musical productions such as the Apollo Theatre’s “The Sweet Spot” and the Off-Broadway hit “CELIA: The Life and Music of Celia Cruz.” He also appeared in films including “Shut Up And Do It” and “Paraiso Travel.” These early experiences in both music and acting established his presence in the entertainment industry.

Capó’s musical career gained significant momentum through collaborations and notable releases. In 2009, he performed duets with Mexican singer Thalía for “Estoy Enamorado” and with Puerto Rican artist Kany García for “Si Tú Me Lo Pides.” In 2017, he participated in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s charity single “Almost Like Praying,” alongside artists like Jennifer Lopez and Gloria Estefan, with proceeds supporting Hurricane Maria relief efforts in Puerto Rico. His return to music in 2018 with the single “Calma” and its subsequent remix featuring Farruko achieved global success, garnering over 2.5 billion views on YouTube. This track earned him a Latin Grammy Award for Song of the Year in 2019, along with Best Urban Fusion/Performance for the remix. His album “En Letra de Otro” also won a Latin Grammy for Best Long Form Music Video.

In recent years, Capó continued to release acclaimed music, including the albums “Munay” (2020) and “La Neta” (2022). “La Neta” earned him his first Grammy nomination for Best Latin Pop Album in 2024. This album, largely created in his home studio during the pandemic, features tracks like “La Fiesta,” which addresses themes of mortality and celebration of life. Capó has won two ASCAP Awards for his songs “Fiebre de Amor” (2013) and “La Mordidita” (2016). He continues to be an active artist, with new music expected from an upcoming album in 2025, while also expressing interest in musical theater and further acting roles.