Iván Villazón

About

Renowned vallenato singer known for classic songs such as "Inseparable", "Understand me" and "Yes Te Vas Te Vas". He released his first album in 1984, titled Rainbow, to critical acclaim. He has since released over 25 albums. He has 950,000 followers on Instagram. 

Before Fame

He studied law for four years at the Externado University, but dropped out in order to pursue a music career. 

Trivia

He has been nominated for over five Latin Grammy Awards in the category of Best Cumbia/Vallenato Album. 

Family Life

His parents are Crispin Villazón de Armas and Clara Aponte López. He and his wife Aida Mercedes García Tolosa have three children - Crispin Enrique, Daniel Camilo and Iván David. 

Associated With

He has collaborated with artists such as Poncho Zuleta Diaz and Martin Elias Diaz.