Vico C (Rapper), born on September 8, 1971 in Brooklyn, New York, USA. Vico C's age 51 years & Zodiac Sign Virgo, nationality American (by birth) & Race/Ethnicity is White. Let's check, How Tall is Vico C?
Vico C Bio
Vico C Height
5 Feet 2 Inches (157.48 cm/1.574 m)
| Height & Weight | |
|---|---|
| Height (in Feet-Inches) | 5 Feet 2 Inches |
| Height (in Centimeters) | 157.48 cm |
| Height (in Meters) | 1.574 m |
| Weight (in Kilograms) | 64 kg |
| Weight (in Pounds) | 141.09 lbs |
Vico C Body Measurements
Vico C's full body measurements are 44 inches (111.76 cm) - 14.5 inches (36.83 cm) - 30 years (76.2 cm).
| Body Measurements | |
|---|---|
| Measurements | 44-30-14.5 inches/ 111.76-76.2-36.83 cm |
| Chest Size | 44 inches (111.76 cm) |
| Biceps Size | 14.5 inches (36.83 cm) |
| Waist Size (Male) | 30 years (76.2 cm) |
Vico C is one of the most famous and trending Rapper in the whole world right now. Vico C was born on September 8, 1971, in Brooklyn, New York, United States. He was born Luis Armando Lozada Cruz but is best known as Vico C.
Family, Education, And Childhood
His father’s name is Rafael Lozada and his Mother’s name is Margarita Cruz. His brother Jay Lozada is a salsa musician. He does not have any sisters.
His education history is not available at this time. Vico C grew up in the Puerta de Tierra barrio in San Juan.
Career
He started to learn acting classes by the age of nine. And he began his professional rapping career in 1985. At first, he used to visit different grocery stores or pharmacies. He there buys home recording tapes and uses them to record different songs and then sells the tapes to his friends or family. In 1989, Puerto Rico was very popular for rapping. And that time Vico-C stands as the Godfather of Spanish Hip Hop. Though there were also others who were rapping in the ghettos such as Brawley MC, Piro JM, Jimmy MC, and Bimbo. Ruben DJ was actually Vico-C’s DJ before DJ Negro and the second of the rappers to record, by releasing “La Escuela”.Vico C’s work
influenced everyone and he was signed to Prime Records. After that, he started the tour and visited different places including New York, Chicago, Miami, Mexico, Venezuela, El Salvador, Panama, and the Dominican Republic. In 1992 Vico recorded different songs. His singles include “Saborealo” and “María”. They are considered gold and platinum albums, respectively. Also in 1994, he was able to establish his own record company named VC Records. Through it, he was able to promote different renowned singers just as Lissy Estrella, Francheska, Lisa M, and so on. In the mid-1990s, Vico C met with a near-fatal motorcycle accident and it has caused so bad effect. It causes abuse of heroin, cocaine, and alcohol. After that, he became an evangelical Christian. He then went into a voluntary semi-retirement. In 1998, he with Christian rap named CD Aquel Que Había Muerto bring out the album. His new CD was no sooner named gold. After that in 1999, he returned to the touring scene with his concert Antés y después. Consequently, he released a sequel with the singer named Aquel Que Había Muerto. In 2004, Vico C released an album titled En Honor A La Verdad. While it couldn’t stand outstanding as his previous albums but was sold well. He’s one of the album’s singles “El Bueno, El Malo y El Feo”, which was widely heard. The single was a great combination of the best rap artists. Vico C’s album which has just released around 2005, including Desahogo, earned great success, and born June 3, 2006, he came back with another concert, El Encuentro. He is considered the pioneer of rap. He is known as the “father and creator of rap” in the music industry. He has also worked with artists like Big Boy, Eddie Dee, Ivy Queen, Héctor & Tito, and Tego Calderón. Likely, he has also worked with producers like Baby Ranks, Tony Touch, and Luny Tunes. He has sung different types of songs including salsa with singer Gilberto Santa Rosa and also with a cumbia group named Kumbia Kings. Vico C is seen that always has given priority to maintaining a Christian theme throughout his music.
He has sung alongside salsa singer Gilberto Santa Rosa and the cumbia group Kumbia Kings. Vico C tries to maintain a Christian theme throughout his music. In 2020 music by Vico C was part of the annual Banco Popular Christmas songs compilation album.
Vico C is renowned as the most influential artist in the history of Spanish Hip Hop and Reggaeton throughout Latin America and Spain. Vico is recognized for having lyrics that were thoughtful, insightful, and socially conscious as well as catchy and danceable songs for all kinds of audiences. The musical blueprint implemented by DJ Negro and Vico C is the precursor of the genre now known as reggaeton. Many Spanish hip hop/reggaeton journalists and experts consider Vico C as the greatest or one of the greatest artists in the history of the genre.
Achievements and Awards
Vico was awarded Latin Grammy Award for Best Urban Music Album in 2002. Likewise, he also won the Latin Rap Aibujm Award of the Year in 1999. Lastly in 2017 Vico C won Vanguard Award.
Girlfriend/ Wife And Children/ Son & Daughter
Vico C is married to Sonia Torres. Their children’s names are Enny Lozada, daughter Marangely Lozada Trinidad, son Luis Gabriel Lozada, Joselyn Lozada Daughter Luis Armando Lozada Son, María Angely Lozada Daughter, Enni Vilmar Lozada Daughter.
Vico C Net Worth And Salary
As of 2022, the estimated Vico C’s net worth is $83 million USD. His net worth consists of earnings from post sponsorships and brand endorsements.
Social Media Profile
He is active on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts. He has more than 79k followers on Twitter, around 351k followers on Facebook, and more than 726k followers on Instagram.
Trivia: Vico C Facts
* Vico C real name is Luis Armando Lozada Cruz.
* He grew up in the Puerta de Tierra barrio in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
* He has collaborated with Ivy Queen on several songs, including “Echale,” “Improvisando” and “Me Acuerdo.”
* He has had great chart success with albums like 1997’s Aquel Que Había Muerto and 2003’s En Honor A La Verdad.
* He is considered the father of reggaeton and also the Father of Rap in Spanish.
* In May 2019 he suffered seizures resulting from an allergic reaction to medication and was hospitalized but recovered.
* Vico C is married to Sonia Torres.
* A film based on his life was announced in 2016.
* Vico C has seven children.
Now he is ranked in the list of the most popular American rapper.
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