Daddy Yankee is one of the greatest exponents of reggaeton worldwide. Through more than 20 albums, the Puerto Rican has won more than 153 awards from 530 nominations.
“Every place I visit becomes a memorable memory. Thank you for so much, #laultimavueltaworldtour”, the singer had assured after his farewell tour, which included two shows at the Jose Amalfitani Stadium (Velez) in Argentina.
It was after the tour that, after 30 years of career, Daddy Yankee decided to retire from music to focus on a new journey as an evangelical pastor.
“One story has ended and a new story is about to begin, a new beginning. Now the one who knows me for Daddy Yankee that says, ‘Daddy Yankee in Christ, Raymond Ayala in Puerto Rico’“, the composer of hits such as “Gasolina”, “Despacito” and “Rompe” had announced.
However, the Puerto Rican’s fans were surprised this Tuesday after the announcement that the “King of Reggaeton” I would return to the country this year.
Daddy Yankee’s new show in Argentina
The return of Daddy Yankee It was announced by the “Manantial de Bendiciones” Church, who on their Instagram account confirmed the presence of the musician.
The reggaeton singer will perform on November 24th of this year with free admission at the Chacarita Juniors Stadium, although in principle it will only be religious in nature.
“You will be able to enjoy this FREE event on November 24th. Don’t miss it! Bring your donation of non-perishable food!” assured the Church led by the pastors Alberto Rey and Myriam.
Daddy Yankee’s new life
Daddy Yankee announced his retirement from music in 2023 and the end of your artistic career to take a new path in your life: will be dedicated to evangelical preaching.
The news was announced by the singer himself during his last farewell show in Puerto Ricowhere he explained to his audience that he would leave the stage for to transmit the message of Christ.
“My people, this day for me is the most important of my life and I want to share it with you, because Living a successful life is not the same as living a life with purpose.“, the artist said.
In that sense he continued: “For a long time I tried to fill a void in my life that no one could fill; I was trying of fill and find meaning in my life. Sometimes I seemed to be very happy, but something was missing to make me complete, and I have to confess that Those days are over. Someone was able to fill that void that I felt for a long time, I was able to realize that for everyone I was someone, but I was nothing without him“.
Finally, he thanked and highlighted everything he experienced throughout his musical career and reaffirmed his decision to take another path: “I was able to travel the world, win many awards, applause and praise, but I realized something that the Bible says: What good is it for a man to gain the whole world yet forfeit his soul?that’s why tonight I recognize and I don’t regret telling the whole world that Jesus lives in me and I will live for him“, concluded Daddy Yankee, before a packed stadium that congratulated him for his decision.
Source: Ambito
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