Juanes was born on 09 Aug 1972 in Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia. His birth name was Juan Esteban Aristizábal Vásquez. His is also called Juanes.

Colombian guitarist, singer, songwriter, and activist, who with an absorbing stage presence gained international recognition in the early 21st century for his passionate songs of romantic love and social struggle.

Juanes released the following albums including La Vida...Es un Ratico CD/DVD Limited Edition (2007), La Camisa Negra, Pt. 2 (2006), Mi Sangre (2004), Un Dia Normal (2002) and Fijate Bien (2000).