Eladio Carrión

Eladio Carrión Morales (born November 14, 1994) is an American rapper and songwriter of Latin trap and reggaeton. In 2023, he won the Latin Grammy for Best Rap/Hip Hop Song for "Me Gustas Natural".

Biography Eladio Carrión Morales was born on November 14, 1994, in Kansas City, Kansas, into a Puerto Rican family. As his father was in the U.S. military, they frequently moved from state to state. By the time he was a teenager, Carrión had lived in Hawaii, Baltimore (Maryland) and the state of New York, as well as Alaska. At age 11, his family relocated back to Humacao, Puerto Rico. In his youth, he showed athletic promise, notably excelling in swimming, going on to represent Puerto Rico at the 2010 Central American and Caribbean Games. Carrión also represented his country at the 2011 Pan American Games in Guadalajara, México, where he would reach the preliminary phase of the 200-meter breaststroke, finishing in eighth position overall.

Career

Influencer Shortly after 2012 began, Carrión abandoned swimming to begin his artistic career as an influencer through digital platforms (such as Vine and Instagram), in which he uploaded comedic videos to gain followers.

2020: Sauce Boyz On January 31, 2020, Carrión released his debut album Sauce Boyz under the Rimas Entertainment label, which ranked #8 on the Billboard Top Latin Albums for 10 consecutive weeks, it was then followed by an EP Sauce Boyz Care Package. In that same year he was nominated for the Latin Grammy Awards in the category of Best Rap/Hip Hop Song for his joint collaboration with Bad Bunny on the single "Kemba Walker".

2021–present: Monarca, Sauce Boyz 2, 3men2 Kbrn and Sol Maria On January 8, 2021, Carrión released his album Monarca, which includes collaborations with J Balvin, Yandel, Cazzu and Lunay; On July 6 of that same year, he released his first mixtape titled Sen2 Kbrn, Vol. 1, featuring singles such as "5 Star", "Guerrero", and "Sauce Boy Freestyle 4", among others. It peaked at #20 on the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart.

On March 17, 2023, Carrión released his fourth album; 3men2 Kbrn where he showcased collaborations with a diverse array of artists such as 50 Cent, Lil Wayne, Future, Bad Bunny, and Myke Towers. This album marked a significant moment for the Puerto Rican rapper representing a new and vibrant trend in Latin trap, gaining significant recognition in the media. Furthermore, his Latin Grammy victory was secured through the dynamic collaboration with Bad Bunny on the track "Coco Chanel."

On January 19, 2024, Carrión released his fifth album, Sol María. Carrión's career reached a pivotal moment with the release of his album "Sol María," marking a departure from his signature trap style towards a more intimate and diverse sound. Dedicated to his mother, the album delves into personal topics, showcasing Carrión's vulnerability and authenticity. With tracks like "Mamá’s Boy" and "Luchas Mentales," Carrión explores deep emotional territory, offering listeners insight into his experiences and struggles. The guest list is carefully curated to complement the album's essence, reflecting Carrión's musical influences and current inspirations. "Sol María" stands as Carrión's most intimate and rewarding project to date, providing a heartfelt tribute to his biggest supporter while resonating with audiences on a deeply personal level.

Carrión performed at Latino Gang Festival in July 2022, in The Netherlands.

Carrión performed at the 22nd Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in April 2023.

Carrión performed at 2023’s Baja Beach Fest in August 2023, in Rosarito, Baja California. Carrión performed in La velada del año organized by YouTuber Ibai twice years in a row.

Filmography

Film

Year Title Role Notes 2026 72 Hours Eladio Carrión Limo scene

Discography

Sauce Boyz (2020) Monarca (2021) Sen2 Kbrn, Vol. 1 (2021) Sauce Boyz 2 (2021) Sen2 Kbrn, Vol. 2 (2022) 3men2 Kbrn (2023) Sol María (2024) Don Kbrn (2025) Corsa (2026)

Awards and nominations