Rafael Jose Cordero, better known by the stage name Rafayell Blanco, is a 1st generation born American/ Dominican rapper. Releasing his first mix tape in 2009 "The Interview" created a buzz with his unique diverse style in the underground hip-hop community. Writing his first album, "Evil Infatuation", in 2013, his Rock/ Euro dance-influenced single, "99 Bottles", (co-written by industry accredited writer Evan Roberts), and guitar work done by (Charles Hubbard President of Rmoney Inc.) Thier work immediately caught the attention of fans, charting to the "Top 40" most single played on Reverbnation. Currently gaining the attention from some of the most influential labels in the industry, Rafayell is now motivated more then ever to create his best work yet.
Early Life:
Rafayell born in Long Island, New York on August 22, 1989 was raised by his young mother Iris in a poverty stricken urban neighborhood in the Bronx, New York. Due to his fathers lengthy federal incarceration on major drug trafficking charges Rafayell learned very early in life how to survive the fast pace environment of the concrete jungle. Drifting away from his fathers career habits Rafayell decided that there were other ways of helping his mother put food on the table for him and his younger sister, but Rafayell was on a down ward spiral none the less. Following the release of Rafayell's father in 2003 he and his family relocated to the outskirts of Boston to the states poorest city also know as the "City of the Damned" Lawrence, Massachusetts. In 2006 with Rafayell's father still maintaining the "family business", and new criminal charges surfacing, it was clearer then ever to Rafayell that the only way out of this vicious cycle was to dream and dream big! Picking up pen and paper using music as an outlet for self expression Rafayell authored his first rap at the age of 14. Quote: "With everything wrong going on around me music was the only thing that felt right†Delving into his new found talent Rafayell began to master his craft in the pursuit of success.
Rapper & Writer
Determined to make it in the music industry Rafayell started showcasing his music in his father’s night clubs and other small venues throughout Boston and New York, ultimately creating a loyal fan base with his innovative lyrics and unparalleled stage presence. After completing high school Rafayell knew the key to turning his artistic gift into an empire was through education subsequently moving him to Orlando, Florida to attend college to study musical arts and business. Completing his associate’s degree in business and 1st mix tape "The Interview" in 2009 Rafayell took his knowledge and applied it to his relentless endeavor for fame. Starting his independent label RMoney Entertainment in 2010, Rafayell is aiming towards becoming a power house competitor in an industry in which can make you or break you depending on the decisions made and direction taken during this journey. Tupac Shakur, The Notorious B.I.G are just a couple artists’ which have paved the way among his influences. Rafayell has worked with Isaiah Day Walker Demarco (accredited engineer on Grammy award winning “Meet the Browns†soundtrack in 2008), amongst many more up and coming producers whom have steadily made a name for themselves in this realm of Hip Hop. It’s obvious to see Rafayell needs no introductions so expect to hear a lot more from this young man in the near future.
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