Pitbull
Armando Christian Pérez
Pitbull is an American rapper from Miami, Florida active since 2001.
- Profession
- Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
- From
- Miami, Florida
- Born
- January 15, 1981
- Years active
- 2001–present
Early life
Born in Miami to Cuban immigrant parents, Armando Pérez grew up between Miami and Georgia and was steeped in the city's Latin and bass music scenes.
Career
He rose from Miami crunk to global pop superstardom, scoring worldwide hits like "Give Me Everything" and "Timber" and becoming an international touring brand.
Major achievements
He has sold tens of millions of records and singles worldwide and won multiple Grammy and Latin Grammy Awards.
Legacy
Pitbull turned Miami pride into a global pop identity, bridging hip-hop, Latin, and dance music.
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