Gerardo Mejía Aguilera[a] (born [1]), better known by his mononym Gerardo, is an Ecuadorian -born American singer, rapper and actor. He gained wide visibility with his 1990 hit single "Rico Suave", and later became a recording industry executive and a Christian pastor. [2][3]
In an interview with Billboard Español, Gerardo reflects on the fame that the ’90s afforded him, his groundbreaking journey into Christian rap in Spanish, and his role behind the scenes as an...
Gerardo Mejia, the man behind “Rico Suave,” shot to fame but found himself torn between his career and his marriage.
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Gerardo Mejía better known as simply Gerardo, is a Latino rapper and singer who later became a recording industry executive, and more recently a youth pastor. Born in Guayaquil, Ecuador, he and his family moved to Glendale, California, when he was 12 years old.
Gerardo’s journey from “Rico Suave” pop star to seasoned music executive and entrepreneur is a testament to his resilience, creativity, and unwavering belief in following his passions.
It’s been over two decades since Gerardo Mejía’s single “Rico Suave” dominated the airwaves, but the Ecuadorian rapper is back to show he’s more than just a one-hit wonder.
What ‘Rico Suave' Singer Gerardo Mejía Has Been Up To ... - HuffPost