Key Takeaways
- Rafffy’s real name is Rafael Enrique MatÃas RodrÃguez, son of the professor and director.
- Matias became interested in music at a young age and was a member of the Children’s Choir at Jarabacoa Resort.
- He won first place in the regional festival of the Voice when he was in high school and won several festivals in his village.
Rafael Enrique MatÃas RodrÃguez, better known as Raffy Matias, is a celebrated singer, musician, and composer with a remarkable journey in music.
Born on September 26, 1969, in Jarabacoa, Province of La Vega, Dominican Republic, Raffy’s passion for music ignited at a young age.
Raffy’s talent and dedication to music became apparent from his early days as a member of the Children’s Choir of Jarabacoa Vacation Center to his time with various choirs and bands.
A self-taught musician, he mastered the guitar and learned to play the bass, setting the stage for his future success.
Raffy’s musical prowess and dedication to his craft earned him multiple accolades, including first place in a regional voice festival and soloist status in the university choir.
His musical journey also saw him participate in notable orchestras and form his band, “Jaraba,” which gained overall admiration in his hometown.
The turning point in Raffy’s career came when he secured his first record deal in 1995, marking the beginning of a series of successful productions.
His debut album, “Acúsame,” showcased his versatility by combining lyrics with merengue, earning him praise as one of the best romantic merengue artists ever.
His music’s impact led to the Casandra Awards honoring him as the Artist Revelation 1998.
Beyond his musical contributions, Raffy’s personal life has been intertwined with his professional success.
His marriage to Yudelka Sanchez and the birth of their three children have been sources of joy and inspiration for him.
He has a total of five children, two of which are from his previous partner.
A Global Musical Influence
Raffy’s influence grows beyond his home country.
His music resonates in Spain, the Canary Islands, Latin America, and the United States.
His collaboration with the Spanish company VuelOkey Productions produced “From My Silence,” which further solidified his international acclaim.
Today, Raffy Matias symbolizes pride for Dominicans and music lovers worldwide.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Nephew of the famous Dominican comedian gone untimely, Julio Cesar Matias (Pololo).
- Matias passed away at the age of 55 in a medical center in La Vega on October 2, 2024.
