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Nicky Jam
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- Jan 7, 2026
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- 4890
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Summary
Nicky Jam adds fire to the reggaeton “pure hitmaker” conversation as he breaks down crafting early records with Daddy Yankee, surviving addiction and street life, and rebuilding his career into a global comeback story decades in the making. In this episode of On That Note, Nicky reflects on moving to Puerto Rico as a kid, learning Spanish through music, witnessing reggaeton’s rise from the inside, and navigating the dangerous realities that nearly derailed his career. He opens up about recovery, faith, longevity, and what it takes to last 30 years in a genre built on pressure, competition, and reinvention. An honest, deeply personal conversation about music, survival, and earning your second — and third — chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices