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Anuel AA
Puerto Rico latin trap 2010s ▶ 29.6M subscribers

Anuel AA

Anuel AA is a Puerto Rican rapper and singer often dubbed "The God of Latin Trap," and one of the genre's most influential — and controversial — figures.

Origins

Raised in Carolina, Puerto Rico, he began recording at fourteen and posting music online by 2014, before signing to the Latin division of Rick Ross's Maybach Music Group. His 2016 mixtape Real Hasta la Muerte was well received.

The sound

His music is rooted in Latin trap, often built on samples and interpolations of songs popular during his youth.

Legacy

A controversial figure for his legal troubles and feuds with fellow artists, he recorded his entire debut album while serving a 30-month prison sentence — a period during which Latin trap surged in popularity.

Signature song

China

"China" is among his signature songs, a major hit reflecting his crossover reach within the genre.

Top songs

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