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American rapper, singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur known for high-energy hits blending hip-hop, Latin, and dance music.Born to Cuban immigrants in Miami, Pitbull rose from local mixtapes to global stardom with hits like 'Give Me Everything' and 'Timber'. Nicknamed Mr. Worldwide, he has released 11 studio albums, won a Grammy, and founded businesses including education initiatives.

• Kicked out at age 16 for dealing drugs, he turned to music under Luther Campbell's mentorship, adopting the Pitbull name for his relentless work ethic.
• His 2009 single 'I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)' became a global phenomenon, peaking in top 10 charts across 15 countries.
• Founded SLAM! (Sports Leadership and Management) charter schools in 2013 to provide education opportunities in underserved communities.
• Faced controversy for 2011 Havana concert perceived as supporting Cuba's communist regime, though he claimed it promoted cultural unity.
• Survived a 2023 shooting at his own birthday party in the Bahamas where gunmen targeted his crew, leaving two injured.