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Cali y El Dandee

Colombian duo known for Latin pop and urbano hits.

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The Colombian duo Cali & El Dandee is made up of brothers Alejandro and Mauricio Rengifo. They have been making music together since 2008. Mauricio, known as Dandee, also works as a producer and helped create Luis Fonsi's hit "Despacito."

Award and records

In 2011, the duo earned a Double Platinum certification in Spain from PROMUSICAE for moving 80,000 copies of their love song "Yo Te Esperaré," which includes lyrics about waiting by the sea. Their follow-up "No Hay 2 Sin 3 (Gol)" with David Bisbal went Gold on sales over 20,000 copies. Both tracks ranked as Spain’s second and tenth biggest singles of 2012. The group has also been nominated multiple times at the Premios Nuestra Tierra.

Awards and nominations

Cali & El Dandee have received several nominations at the Premios Nuestra Tierra. In 2011, they were nominated for Best Colombian Act at the Premios 40 Principales. The following year, 'No Hay 2 Sin 3 (Gol)' (with David Bisbal) and 'Yo Te Esperaré' each received nominations for Best Latin Song, while 'Yo Te Esperaré' was also nominated for Best America Song. The duo themselves were nominated for Best Latin Artist, Best America Urban Act, and Best America Best South Act in 2012.

In 2013, they were again nominated for Best Latin Artist. That same year, at the World Music Awards, 'No Digas Nada (Dejá Vu)' was nominated for World's Best Song and World's Best Video, and the duo was nominated for World's Best Group. Also in 2013, they were nominated for Best Latin America Central Act at the MTV Europe Music Awards. In 2014, they received four Premio Nuestra Tierra nominations: 'No Digas Nada' for Best Song of the Year, Best Pop Performance of the Year, and Best Music Video, and themselves for Best Pop Solo Artist or Group.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Cali y El Dandee from?

Cali y El Dandee originated in Cali, Colombia.

When was Cali y El Dandee active?

Cali y El Dandee has been active since 2009.

Which record labels has Cali y El Dandee released music on?

Cali y El Dandee has released music on Universal Music Spain.

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