Manuel Turizo
Biography
Manuel Turizo Zapata, born on April 12, 2000, in Montería, Colombia, is a singer and songwriter. He grew up in a musical household; his father and older brother, Julián, are both musicians. Initially aspiring to be a veterinarian, Turizo's path shifted towards music after taking singing lessons with a Cuban teacher. He began making music at the age of 13, with his brother Julián often accompanying him on the ukulele, guitar, and vocal harmonies.
Career Beginnings and Breakthrough
In 2016, Turizo independently released his first singles, "Baila Conmigo" and "Vámonos". However, it was his 2017 single, "Una Lady Como Tú," that brought him widespread fame across Latin America. The music video for the song garnered over 1.4 billion views on YouTube. A remix of the song featuring Nicky Jam further boosted its popularity, receiving airplay throughout Latin America and the United States. The success of these early tracks led to him being named one of Billboard's "10 Latin Artists To Watch in 2018".
Musical Style and Influences
Turizo's music is primarily categorized as Latin pop and reggaeton, with influences from trap, R&B, and traditional Colombian vallenato. His vocal range is classified as a baritone, often described as "sultry and deep". He has cited Carlos Vives, Bruno Mars, Luis Fonsi, and Shakira as some of his significant musical influences.
Notable Collaborations and Albums
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Manuel Turizo has collaborated with numerous prominent artists. Some of his most significant collaborations include:
- "Vaina Loca" with Ozuna, which became his first entry on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
- "Desconocidos" with Mau y Ricky and Camilo.
- "Déjala Que Vuelva" with Piso 21.
- "La Nota" with Rauw Alejandro and Myke Towers.
- "El Merengue" with Marshmello.
- "Copa Vacia" with Shakira.
Albums
Turizo has released several studio albums:
- ADN (2019): His debut album featured collaborations with artists like Zion & Lennox, Ozuna, and Nicky Jam. It peaked at number eight on the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart.
- Dopamina (2021): His sophomore album peaked at number 15 on the Top Latin Albums chart.
- 2000 (2023): This album included the massive hit "La Bachata".
- 201 (2024): His fourth studio album, released on November 21, 2024, showcases a mix of Latin rhythms and urban beats.
Awards and Recognition
Manuel Turizo has received several awards and nominations for his work. He won a Colombian Kids' Choice Award for "Una Lady Como Tú" in 2017. In 2019, he was named Best New Latin Artist at the iHeartRadio Music Awards. His hit song "La Bachata" earned him two Billboard Latin Music Awards in 2023 for Latin Airplay Song of the Year and Tropical Song of the Year. He has also been nominated for Latin Grammy Awards.