Chosen one of "Time" magazine's "100 Most Influential People" in 2005.

His brothers and sisters are Javier, Luz, Mara, José and Jaime.

Winner of 12 Latin Grammy Awards between 2001 and 2005.

Released first solo album "Fíjate Bien" (2000)

His greatest hits include "Fijate Bien" (2000), "A Dios Le Pido" (2002), "Es Por Ti" (2002), "La Paga" (2004, featuring The Black Eyed Peas), "Un Día Normal" (2004), "Nada Valgo Sin Tu Amor" (2004), "La Camisa Negra" (2005), "A Dios Le Pido" (2005, Re-release) and "Te Busqué" (2006, featuring Nelly Furtado).

He has two daughters with former Colombian model Karen Martínez, Luna and Paloma.

Lead singer of former Colombian rock band, "Ekhymosis".

Established the Mi Sangre Foundation, helping victims of anti-personnel mines.