Temperamento
Temperamento | |
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| Birth name | Christian Estremera Ramos |
| Origin | Puerto Rico |
| Genres | Christian hip hop, hip hop, rap, urban |
| Occupation | Rapper |
| Years active | 1999–present |
Christian Estremera Ramos, known as Temperamento, is a Puerto Rican born Rap artist living in Providence, Rhode Island.[1]
Early years
Temperamento was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico.[citation needed] At the age of 10 after the suicide of his father, Temperamento and his family moved to Providence, Rhode Island.[2]
Early music career
Temperamento began writing rap songs in 1999. In 2005, Temperamento met Caracas Nel, a Venezuelan living in Rhode Island who would eventually become his music manager. Despite not being signed to a record label, Temperamento quickly gained attention from fans of Spanish language rap music due to his sound and controversial subject matters. His growing popularity led him to become viral at a time when the term “viral” was not yet widely used, solidifying his reputation in the underground Latin hip-hop scene.
Producer SPK, best known as the producer of the reggaeton song ‘Oye Mi Canto’, offered Temperamento the opportunity to appear on his first album with Gemstar & Big Mato’s Mas Pure. The song, which featured popular Hispanic artists such as Tony Touch and N.O.R.E., was a commercial success.
Temperamento was also featured on Immortal Technique’s album The 3rd World, further showcasing his lyrical talent to a wider audience https://libcom.org/article/3rd-world-immortal-technique-and-dj-green-lantern-viper-records-2008 https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-3rd-world/1647390682 date=2008}} During this period, Temperamento released several albums and mixtapes from 2005 to 2010, with individual music videos garnering hundreds of thousands of views on YouTube.
At the peak of his early career, mixtape DJs across the Spanish rap community referred to him as “El Rey de la Tiraera” (The King of Diss Tracks) due to his controversial diss tracks, which often addressed societal issues, rival artists, and cultural conflicts.{{Cite web | title=Temperamento Diss Tracks and Legacy | https://www.buenamusica.com/temperamento/biografia This reputation cemented his status as a key figure in Spanish rap during the mid-2000s.
Incarceration and conversion to Christianity
In 2010, Temperamento was sentenced to 27 months in prison for having committed an armed robbery one and a half years prior to the sentencing.[1] A month before he began serving his prison sentence, Temperamento received online messages from his fans stating that God had a plan for his life.[1] During that time period, the artist reflected on the cover of his most recent album El M.E.J.O.R, in which he was depicted as a gold pharaoh. Temperamento considered his self-depiction as a form of idolatry, and began to have stronger faith in God.
Prior to his incarceration, Temperamento did not have traditional Christian beliefs. For several years prior to his imprisonment, the artist was a practitioner of the Afro-Cuban religion Santeria.[1] Shortly after his release from prison in 2011, Temperamento began writing and performing rap music with strong Christian themes. His first music video was titled "Abre Tu Corazon" (Open Your Heart), and represented the artist's transition from gangster rapper to Christian rapper.[1]
Album Bajo Control
During the years 2011 and 2012, Temperamento developed Christian-themed rap songs in Spanish for his album Bajo Control. In August 2012, the rapper released a video titled "Mensaje Para el Mundo" (Message to the World), which he describes as a wake-up call to music fans.[3] The video emphasizes faith in God during times of difficulty, which range from natural disasters, to the impact of the Illuminati. Temperamento described releasing the video as a cathartic experience, and that it also served to show his fans that he himself is not free from sin.[3] Bajo Control is tentatively scheduled for a 2012 release.
Discography
- 2005: Lo Que La Calle Esperaba
- 2006: Cadena Perpetua
- 2007: Hip Hop For Dummies Vol.1 & 2
- 2008: El Fin Del Mundo
- 2009: El M.E.J.O.R (Muchos Enemigos Juran Odiar Al Rey)
Collaborations
In 2024, Temperamento was featured on Redimi2's album *Rompiendo*, appearing on the track "[Frontin]."
<ref>{{Cite web | title=Rompiendo by Redimi2 |https://music.apple.com/us/album/frontin/1626525365?i=1626525691
On March 7, 2024, Temperamento released a collaborative album with Wolandia, showcasing 100% Hip Hop with a distinctive Spanglish style and sharp punchlines. The album received attention for its unique blend of bilingual lyricism and impactful delivery, reflecting both artists' strengths and versatility across every track.<ref>{{ https://music.apple.com/us/album/l-e-y-e-n-d-a-s/1728931331
On August 6, 2024, Temperamento collaborated with Bigg Daddie and Ian Vas on the album *Sagrado*. Known for its Christ-centered lyrics combined with raw, impactful messages, the album aims to minister directly to those from street backgrounds. *Sagrado* has been recognized for its bold delivery and its ability to connect with listeners on a spiritual and personal level.<ref>{{Cite web | title=Sagrado Album Details | https://music.apple.com/us/album/sagrado/1761451189
On October 30, 2024, Temperamento collaborated with Bigg Daddie and Rafahelo on the album *Promesa Cumplida*. This album blends reggaeton and worship music to bless Christian listeners with lyrics that declare faith in Jesus and celebrate salvation. With themes of love, powerful testimonies, and gratitude, *Promesa Cumplida* aims to inspire and uplift believers around the world.<ref>{{Cite web | title=Promesa Cumplida Album Details | https://music.apple.com/us/album/promesa-cumplida/1775063596
References
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