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Nicky Jam is a Puerto Rican-American reggaeton singer, songwriter, and actor renowned for his pivotal role in popularizing Latin urban music globally.Born in Massachusetts, raised in Puerto Rico, Nicky Jam began his career at age 14. After early success in the 1990s reggaeton scene and a highly publicized fallout with Daddy Yankee, he battled addiction and relocated to Colombia. His 2015 comeback single 'El Perdón' topped international charts, cementing his status as a leading Latin artist.

• At 14, he lied about his age to perform in adult nightclubs, leading to his stage name 'Nicky Jam' after impressing audiences.
• His partnership with Daddy Yankee in the duo 'Los Cangris' (2000-2004) produced reggaeton classics before a bitter feud separated them for over a decade.
• Addiction to cocaine and heroin caused career collapse and homelessness. He credits his recovery to moving to Medellín, Colombia in 2007.
• His comeback album 'Fénix' (2017) won Billboard Latin Music Awards, symbolizing his career rebirth after personal struggles.