music
April 24, 2026
From the "Ghetto" to Atanasio: When Ryan Castro sang on Medellín buses
There is a video of Ryan Castro, shared by himself, which says more than any interview. The recording shows a young man from the Pedregal neighborhood ca...
TL;DR
- Ryan Castro started his music career singing on buses in Medellín's Pedregal neighborhood.
- He used public transport as his initial stage and source of income, facing challenges like cramped living conditions.
- Songs like 'Mujeriego' and 'Jordan' gained him recognition on Billboard and Spotify charts.
- His collaboration with Feid on 'Monastery' expanded his audience significantly.
- Karol G invited him as a surprise guest at Coachella, highlighting his international projection.
- Castro is now a reference for young artists in Colombia aiming for success without industry connections.
- He is scheduled for a major concert at the Atanasio Girardot stadium in Medellín.