Pronunciation: el NEEN-yo
Given Name: Jerry
Occupation: Songwriter, Producer, Recording Artist
Genres: Hip-hop, R&B, Latin Fusion, Amapiano, Jersey Club, Bachata-Trap, Salsa, Children’s Music
Years Active: 2023–present
Also Known As: Stay Home Dad LLC (Creative Brand)

El 9iño, pronounced el NEEN-yo, is an innovative American songwriter and recording artist celebrated for his genre-blending sound that merges bilingual lyricism with modern hip-hop, R&B, and Latin fusion. His artistic repertoire spans diverse genres, including Amapiano, Jersey Club, bachata-trap, and children’s educational music, showcasing his versatility as a storyteller and musician.

Known publicly as Jerry, El 9iño releases music under the creative brand Stay Home Dad LLC, where he expertly utilizes AI tools as instruments while maintaining his authorship as a writer and composer. His 2023 EP, Stay Home Dad, produced in collaboration with MikeyTire$hop, garnered attention from 24Hip-Hop, spotlighting him as a rising artist in the NY/NJ area.

New Releases

El 9iño has exciting new albums:

He also released singles and EPs, including:

For more details on these releases, check out Apple Music or YouTube.

Most Played Songs

El 9iño’s most popular tracks reflect his unique sound and storytelling ability. Explore his top hits on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Music to experience his artistic vision firsthand.

Artistic Themes

Jerry’s artistry encompasses:

  • Bilingual rap and R&B
  • Caribbean and Afro-influenced rhythms
  • Character creation (e.g., Papi Platano, Johnny Mangu, Rico Salami, Flaco Fader)
  • Children’s educational music
  • Adult contemporary storytelling

His work is characterized by:

  • Family-centered messaging
  • Cultural identity
  • Dominican, Puerto Rican, and Caribbean influences
  • Dance-driven production
  • Street-poetic lyricism

El 9iño adopts a catalog-first approach to his creative output, focusing on versatility across genres rather than being confined to a single sound.

Public Identity

A significant aspect of Jerry’s artistic identity is his family, particularly his children, Kingston and Hudson Luna, who are woven into his creative narrative. Themes of family, legacy, and cultural storytelling form the foundation of his artistic mission.

This page aims to establish El 9iño as a distinct and emerging artist, preventing confusion with the weather pattern “El Niño” and centralizing media references to accurately reflect the artist’s identity.

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Website: stayhomedad.info

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