Early Life and Influences
Rochy RD, whose real name is Aderly Ramírez Oviedo, was born on August 25, 1991, in Los Frailes, a neighborhood of Santo Domingo Este, Dominican Republic. He grew up listening to rap music, especially from American artists like Tupac Shakur, Eminem, and 50 Cent. He also developed a passion for freestyle rap, and started to participate in street battles and competitions.
Breakthrough and Success
Rochy RD’s breakthrough came in 2018, when he released his single “Soy un infeliz” (I’m unhappy), which became a viral hit on YouTube, with over 60 million views. The song, which talks about the hardships and struggles of living in poverty, resonated with many people in his country and abroad. Since then, he has released several other popular songs, such as “Ella no es tuya” (She’s not yours), “Alta Gama” (High Class), and “Los Illuminaty” (The Illuminati).
Rochy RD is known for his unique style of rap, which combines elements of trap, dembow, and reggaeton. He is also praised for his lyrical skills and creativity, as well as his ability to improvise and adapt to different beats and rhythms. He has collaborated with many international artists, such as Myke Towers, Anuel AA, Nicki Nicole, and Ozuna. He has also been nominated for several awards, such as the Premio Juventud for The New Generation (Male) in 2021.
Current Projects and Future Plans
Rochy RD is currently signed to Sony Music Latin, and is working on his debut album, which is expected to be released in 2023. He has also launched his own record label, Team WAWAWA Records, and his own clothing line, La Kabra. He hopes to continue making music that reflects his reality and his dreams, and to inspire others with his story and his message.
According to Rolling Stone, Rochy RD is one of the ten artists you should be listening to, and one of the new faces of Creole rap. He has also been featured in several media outlets, such as The Guardian, Forbes, and NDTV. He has a loyal fan base, with over 3.4 million followers on Instagram, and over 133 million views on YouTube. He is considered one of the most influential and successful rappers in the Dominican Republic, and one of the rising stars of Latin urban music.