Farruko

Farruko
Farruko in concert
Background information
Birth name	Carlos Efrén Reyes Rosado
Also known as	Farruko Farru The Most Powerful Rookie
Born	(1991-05-02) May 2, 1991 (age 25) Bayamón, Puerto Rico
Genres	Reggaeton bachata Latin
Occupation(s)	Singer songwriter
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	2006–present
Labels	Carbon Fiber Full El Cartel Universal
Associated acts	Daddy Yankee Arcángel J Alvarez Baby Rasta y Gringo Ñengo Flow Cosculluela Don Omar Tempo Wisin & Yandel Boy Wonder
Website	farruko.com

Carlos Efrén Rosado (born May 2, 1991), better known by his stage name Farruko, is a Puerto Rican singer and songwriter. He rose to fame collaborating with heavyweight artists such as Daddy Yankee, Jory, and J Alvarez. He came to prominence with his debut studio album, El Talento Del Bloque.

Farruko was nominated for the Latin Grammy Award for Best Urban Music Album in 2012. In 2014 he was nominated twice for Premios Juventud for the song "6 AM" with J Balvin and for Best Urban Performance and Best Urban Song at the 15th Latin Grammy Awards.

Farruko began his career in 2006, at the age of 15. He credits Myspace with helping him start his career because it helped him create a fan base that would, ultimately, result in him becoming a popular singer. His music is directed to younger people and relationships. He has his own clothing line in Carbon Fiber Music Inc.