Bryant Myers
Puerto Rican rapper known for 'Esclava' and featuring on Maluma's 'Cuatro Babys'.
Bryan Robert Rohena Pérez (born April 5, 1998), known professionally as Bryant Myers, is a Puerto Rican rapper, singer and songwriter. He was born in Loma Alta, Puerto Rico. He began sampling and making his own songs in 2013 and launched them on social media via his SoundCloud, Instagram and YouTube accounts. He is best known for his single "Esclava", which gained him popularity in his hometown.
Quick Facts
- Origin
- San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Genre
- Latin Trap; Reggaeton
- Relation
- Close Friend & Peer
- Status
- Active Artist
- Key hit
- "Nada" (Solo Feature)
- Scene role
- Core Member of PR Urban Wave
Lore & Background
Bryant Myers was born and grew up in a neighborhood called Loma Alta from Carolina, Puerto Rico, in what he describes as a hazardous environment. He started writing songs in his home while he studied, later leaving his studies to pursue music. His first hit "Esclava" put him on the radar with well known reggaeton and urban artists. On February 12, 2016, while traveling in a van with his manager and singers, police stopped the van for a traffic violation and found a firearm and 40 rounds of ammunition; at the time, Myers was a minor and spent a night in a juvenile prison. On October 7, 2016, he featured on the song "Cuatro Babys" by Maluma featuring Noriel and Juhn. The song has been widely controversial over its lyrics, but its popularity has risen, with the song having gone quadruple Platinum.
Reader's Guide
His breakthrough came in 2016 with "Cuatro Babys", a song with Colombian rapper Maluma which featured Noriel and Juhn. The song became a commercial success, being certified 4× Platinum (Latin) by the RIAA and peaking at number 15 on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart. His debut studio album, La Oscuridad, was released on July 27, 2018.
Did You Know?
- Bryant Myers' single "Esclava" currently has 428 million views on YouTube as of May 16, 2024.
- He guested on Farruko's remix of "Ella y Yo" along with Almighty and Anuel AA in July 2016.
- His follow-up singles "Tu Me Enamoraste" and its remix with Lary Over and Brytiago, as well as "De Camino a Marte", performed well.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Bryant Myers?
He is a Puerto Rican singer and songwriter from San Juan who specializes in Latin Trap and Reggaeton. As a contemporary of Bad Bunny, he helped define the island's modern urban music wave.
How did he become friends with Bad Bunny?
The two share a genuine friendship that developed while they were both rising stars in San Juan. Their bond goes deeper than just professional collaborations within the industry.
What genre do they share?
Both artists represent the same generation that propelled Latin Trap to global stardom from Puerto Rico. Myers is known for his melodic approach which complements the broader urban sound.
Is he still active today?
Yes, he remains an active artist continuing to release new material and perform live. He maintains his position as a trusted confidant within Bad Bunny's inner circle of collaborators.
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