Julián Reininger, better known as J Rei, is an Argentine singer and songwriter. He initially gained widespread recognition with the 2020 single Pininfarina, which solidified his presence in the industry and led to a high-profile remix featuring genre heavyweights Duki and Neo Pistea.
Beyond his solo work, his frequent collaborations with leading Latin urban artists and his public relationship with a world-renowned pop star have kept him at the forefront of contemporary music discussions.
Early Life and Education
Julián Reininger is now at the age of 29 and was born on August 26, 1997, in the Morón district of Buenos Aires.
He began his musical journey at the age of ten by singing folklore alongside his grandfather, a tradition that provided him with his first formal introduction to vocal performance.
By the time he reached fourteen, he had transitioned into freestyle rap, participating in community battles and honing his improvisational skills.
Before his music career became a full-time profession, he operated a small barbershop out of his family’s garage to support himself.
Personal Life
J Rei is currently married to the famous Argentine singer María Becerra. The couple began their relationship in mid-2022 after being introduced through mutual social circles in the music industry.
Their partnership has been highly public, with both artists frequently appearing in each other’s social media posts and music videos.
In July 2023, they announced their engagement during a romantic trip to Greece, and they officially wed in a private ceremony later on. The couple does not have any children together.
Career
J Rei‘s professional career began in earnest with the release of several independent singles that caught the attention of the Argentine urban scene.
His 2020 track Pininfarina served as a major turning point, quickly becoming a viral hit and amassing millions of views across streaming platforms.
Following this success, he released his debut studio album, Reicing, in 2021, which featured a blend of trap, reggaeton, and RKT.
In 2022, he achieved one of his biggest commercial successes with the song Tu Turrito, a collaboration with Callejero Fino that dominated the charts in Argentina and Uruguay for several months.
Throughout 2023 and 2024, he continued to release hit singles and collaborated with notable artists such as Quevedo on the track Fernet.
In early 2025, he released Mi Amor, a significant collaboration with his wife, María Becerra, which served as a milestone in his career.
Awards
Premios Gardel (Nomination) (2023)
Net Worth
J Rei has an estimated net worth of $2,500,000. This wealth has been primarily accrued through his successful music career, including revenue from digital streaming platforms such as Spotify and YouTube, where his videos have garnered hundreds of millions of views.
Discography
Reicing (2021)
Pininfarina (2020)
Tu Turrito (2022)
Fernet (2022)
Pechito Partido (2022)
Mente Gitana (2022)
A Llorar a Otra Parte (2023)
Los Wachos y las Wachas (2023)
Mi Amor (2025)
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