Home Our Poder Literacy Daddy Yankee Is Now an Author and His Book Could Be One...

Daddy Yankee Is Now an Author and His Book Could Be One of the Most Motivating Reads of 2025 – Here’s Why 

'Neon,' A Reggaeton Comedy Coming to Netflix, Now Counts with Daddy Yankee As Its Executive Producer
Credit: Daddy Yankee, CC BY 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

Daddy Yankee, the self-proclaimed “King of Reggaetón,” is stepping into a new chapter of his life. With six Latin Grammys and eight Billboard Music Awards under his belt, the 48-year-old artist has captivated millions for over three decades. Now, he hopes his journey will inspire others to believe in themselves. 

Daddy Yankee Becomes an Author

In April 2025, HarperCollins Publishers will release “ReaDY! The Power To Change Your Story,” Daddy Yankee’s memoir, in both English and Spanish. The book is set to reflect on his rise from the housing projects of Puerto Rico to worldwide fame. According to the rapper, whose real name is Ramón Luis Ayala Rodríguez, the memoir dives into personal experiences and life lessons. “ReaDY is a book where I share many personal experiences, testimonies of life, and lessons I’ve learned through my walk here on Earth. I hope it brings many blessings,” he said in an official statement. 

Having retired from music last year, Daddy Yankee now dedicates his life to his religious faith. Cris Garrido, vice president and publisher at HarperCollins Español, expressed his enthusiasm for this new chapter in Daddy Yankee’s life. “Raymond has inspired and entertained millions of people over the last three decades as Daddy Yankee,” Garrido said. “We are excited to partner with him in this new chapter of his life and career as an author.” 

What Else Does the Book Offer?

The book aims to resonate with readers from all walks of life, using Daddy Yankee’s experiences as a powerful reminder of the possibility of rewriting one’s own story. Garrido praised the artist’s work on the memoir, noting that “the storytelling is rich and captivating, drawing wonderfully from his own life experiences and lessons.” 

After decades of success in the music industry, Daddy Yankee’s move to share his story in literary form could be seen as a natural evolution, a way of giving back to the community that supported him. The anticipation surrounding “ReaDY!” reflects the profound impact he continues to have on fans and the broader Latino community. For those who grew up listening to his music, his words may likely carry the same weight as his beats once did on dance floors around the world. 

Exit mobile version