Abraham Mateo

Abraham Mateo Chamorro (born 25 August 1998) is a Spanish singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor.

He began his career as a child prodigy, capturing national attention in Spain for his remarkable vocal talent and releasing his debut album at just ten years old. Mateo rose to international prominence in 2013 with the breakout hit "Señorita", which established him as a rising star in Latin pop.

Over the course of his career, he has released seven studio albums and earned multi-platinum certifications across several countries. Renowned for his dynamic fusion of Latin pop, urban, R&B, and dance music, he has collaborated with high-profile artists such as Jennifer Lopez, Farruko, Becky G, Manuel Turizo, and 50 Cent. Among his most popular songs are "Loco Enamorado", "Háblame Bajito", "Se Acabó El Amor", "Quiero Decirte", "Clavaíto", and "¿Qué Ha Pasao?".

Notably, Mateo is the youngest solo male artist to reach number one on the ''Billboard'' Latin Airplay chart. In addition to his success as a performer, he has built a respected career as a music producer and has toured extensively throughout Spain and Latin America.

Beginnings

Abraham Mateo was born on 25 August 1998 in San Fernando, Cádiz. He grew up in a musical family: his maternal grandfather was a church choir tenor, his paternal grandfather a flamenco singer, and his mother sang Spanish music. His older brother Tony also sings and plays music. Abraham began singing at age three, imitating Operación Triunfo performances, with early vocal coaching from his mother. He later took singing lessons and learned flute at six, piano at eight, and guitar at ten, teaching himself by ear.

At seven, he participated in the ''Veo Veo'' children's music festival in Andalusia, organized by the Teresa Rabal Foundation, and two years later won the national revelation award. In 2008, he joined the Andalusian TV show "Menuda Noche" on Canal Sur TV, where performed for over four years. There, he sang emblematic Spanish songs, performed with Raphael, and sang before artists like Juan Luis Guerra and David Bisbal.

In 2009, at age ten, he signed with EMI Music Spain and released his self-titled debut album. It featured original ballads by Jacobo Calderon, covers of Luis Fonsi, Alejandro Sanz, and Laura Pausini, and a duet with French singer Caroline Costa. He also shared covers in Spanish, Italian, and English on YouTube, and in 2011 released his original Latin dance single “Desde que te fuiste” on iTunes.

Music career

2012–2016: ''Teen idol''

In 2012, Abraham Mateo signed with Sony Music Spain and began working on a more mature sound. His second album, '' AM'' (2013), blended pop and electropop with bilingual lyrics and debuted in the top 10 in Spain. It was certified Gold and featured the breakout single “Señorita” which became a hit across Europe and Latin America, spending over 40 weeks on the Spanish charts and becoming YouTube Spain’s most-watched video of 2013. Mateo was later nominated as Best New Artist at Premios Juventud and appeared on Billboard’s Next Big Sound chart.

In 2014, he launched a national tour with over 40 concerts in Spain and opened for One Direction during their Where We Are Tour in Spain and Latin America. He also performed for the first time in Latin America, including shows in Chile and at Luna Park in Buenos Aires.That November, his first biography, I.AM., was published by Montena (Penguin Random House).

His third album, '' Who I AM'', fused pop, ballads, and R&B with funk influences. It debuted at number five in Spain (Platinum) and reached number one in Mexico. The single “All the Girls (La La La)” became a hit in Spain and Brazil, with its video named Best Music Video by VEVO Spain. Mateo toured extensively across Latin America, performing at major venues such as Luna Park and Arena Ciudad de México.

In 2015, he recorded his fourth album, '' Are You Ready?'', in London and Los Angeles with producers like Poo Bear and Jörgen Elofsson. Released in November, the album introduced a more mature sound, mixing pop, R&B, and bilingual ballads. It debuted at number three in Spain (Gold) and number seven in Mexico. Singles included “Old School,” “When You Love Somebody,” and “Mueve” featuring Lali.

In 2016, Mateo toured Latin America and Europe, with shows in Colombia, Chile, Argentina, Peru, Portugal, and Mexico—performing at venues like Mexico City’s National Auditorium and Buenos Aires’ Gran Rex. He also collaborated with CNCO and Río Roma, joined Morat on stage in Madrid, and received three nominations at Premios Juventud.

2017–2021: ''Transition to Urban Music and Positioning in Latin America''

In 2017, Mateo embarked on a new phase in his career, adopting a more urban and Latin sound while maintaining elements of his Spanish roots. He began working with managers Armando Lozano and Edgar Andino to support his internationalization efforts. That same year, he released " Loco Enamorado" featuring Puerto Rican artists Farruko and Christian Daniel. The track became a breakout hit across Latin America and the U.S., reaching #6 on Billboard’s Latin Pop Songs and charting on Hot Latin Songs, Latin Airplay, Latin Rhythm Airplay, and Mexico Airplay. It was certified 4× Platinum (US Latin), 2× Platinum in Spain and Mexico, and Platinum or Gold in several other countries including Argentina, Chile, Colombia, and Peru.

Later in 2017, Mateo released “Háblame Bajito”, featuring rap icon 50 Cent and pop singer Austin Mahone. The video premiered exclusively on Billboard, and the single was certified Platinum (US Latin) and Gold in Spain and Argentina. In early 2018, he received a nomination for Best New Latin Artist at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, reflecting his growing impact in the Latin music world. Later that year, he scored his first Billboard Latin Airplay number one with " Se Acabó El Amor", alongside Jennifer Lopez and Yandel, becoming the youngest male artist to top that chart. The single went Platinum in the U.S. cementing his position within the Latin urban genre. Additionally, he collaborated on “Jungle” with Pitbull, " 30 de Febrero" with Ha*Ash, and participated in the remix of “Quiéreme” with Farruko, Jacob Forever, and Lary Over.

During his XIII Tour promoting the album ''A Cámara Lenta'', Mateo performed in Spain, Argentina (including Luna Park and Teatro Gran Rex), Uruguay, and Peru, and held showcases in Guatemala, Costa Rica, Panama, and the Dominican Republic. In Mexico, he toured with Mau y Ricky, performing at venues such as the Pepsi Center, Auditorio Telmex, and Auditorio Metropolitano. He also performed at the Festival Presidente in the Dominican Republic and held a concert in Miami during Formula 1 events.

In 2019, Mateo released “Me Vuelvo Loco” with CNCO and “¿Qué Ha Pasao?” with Sofía Reyes as previews of his sixth studio album, Sigo a lo Mío, released in 2020.

The album features collaborations with Manuel Turizo and Becky G, and includes the track “Esta Cuarentena,” written during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The title track addresses the online harassment Mateo experienced during his adolescence. That year, he released “Qué Será” with Leslie Grace, collaborated with Omar Montes and Lérica on “Pegamos Tela,” which became a hit in Spain, and participated in the charity single “Pa’ La Cultura,” led by David Guetta.

2022–present: Return to pop and consolidation in Spain

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, Abraham Mateo refocused his career on the Spanish market with the goal of consolidating his position as an adult pop artist. During this period, he embraced a sound rooted in modern pop with electronic elements and influences from the 1980s and 1990s.

In 2022, he released ''Quiero decirte'' with Ana Mena, which was certified four times platinum in Spain. In 2023, he achieved widespread success with ''Clavaíto'', a bachata-infused collaboration with Chanel. The track reached six-times platinum status and won Best Collaboration at the LOS40 Music Awards.

In April 2024, Mateo released ''Insomnio'', a studio album that blends Latin pop, electronic sounds, and urban rhythms. The record features collaborations with Sebastián Yatra (''XQ Sigues Pensando :(''), Danny Ocean (''Bailarina''), Omar Montes (''Falsos Recuerdos''), and includes the viral hit ''Maníaca'', a Spanish adaptation of Michael Sembello’s Maniac, as well as ''La Idea''. The album was awarded Best Album at the LOS40 Music Awards and received additional nominations for Best Artist and Best Song. It was also nominated for Best Pop Album by the Spanish Academy of Music.

To promote the album, Mateo performed in major cities across Spain and Latin America, including sold-out shows at Teatro Metropólitan in Mexico City and Teatro Ópera in Buenos Aires. He appeared at the Starlite Festival in Marbella and performed a tango-inspired version of ''Clavaíto'' at the final of Benidorm Fest 2024. Later that year, he performed ''Maníaca'' during the interval of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest. The song was certified double platinum in Spain following its commercial success.

He also released several reinterpretations of classic Spanish-language hits, such as Hoy tengo ganas de ti by Miguel Gallardo, Ahora te puedes marchar popularized by Luis Miguel, and a new version of Son de amores with Andy & Lucas. Additional collaborations during this period included tracks with Luis Fonsi (Bora Bora), Belinda, Danna Paola, L-Gante (Vamos que nos vamos), a nd Miranda! (Por ese hombre).

In 2023, he released Acoustic Home Session, a live acoustic collection of his most representative songs. Mateo also expanded his television presence, serving as an adviser on La Voz España (2023), judge on ''Factor X'' (2024)—where his act Aye Alfonso won the competition— and winner of '' Mask Singer: Adivina quién canta'' (2024). He was one of the presenters of RTVE ’s musical talent show ''Cover Night''.

Artistry and Public Image

Abraham Mateo completed his secondary and high school education through distance learning, partly due to the public exposure of his early career and experiences of bullying in his hometown, San Fernando. As a teenager, he became a prominent teen pop figure in Spain and Latin America, with a devoted fan base known as “Abrahamers.” His early rise drew comparisons to Justin Bieber, and ''Billboard'' described him as a “wunderkind” who “sounds and dances a lot like Michael Jackson.”

Despite his popularity, Mateo faced criticism and online bullying from influencers and YouTubers who mocked his public image. In Spain, he was often perceived as a child-focused artist, which affected his credibility and led him to focus more on his international career, particularly in Latin America and the U.S.

In 2015, he was pranked on a TV charity special into believing Michael Jackson wanted to record a duet with him. Though meant as a joke, the segment drew widespread attention and reinforced public mockery.

Musically, Mateo combines Latin pop with elements of R&B, electropop, and reggaetón. He cites Michael Jackson, Bruno Mars, Chris Brown, Luis Miguel and Alejandro Sanz as key influences.

In July 2023, he participated in La Velada del Año 3, a boxing event organized by streamer Ibai Llanos, where he won the opening match against Spanish YouTuber Ampeter by split decision.

Discography

Studio albums

Singles

Notes

Featured singles

Guest appearances

Music videos

As lead artist

As featured artist

Concert tours

Headlining
* AM Tour (2014) – Spain, Chile, and Argentina
* Who I AM Tour (2014–2015) – Spain, Mexico, Argentina, and Peru
* Are You Ready? Tour (2016–2017) – Spain, Mexico, Argentina, Chile, and Ecuador
* XIII Tour (2018) – Spain, Uruguay, and Argentina
* Joint tour with Mau y Ricky (2019) – Mexico
* Insomnio Tour (2023–2024) – Spain, Mexico, and Argentina

Opening act
* Where We Are Tour (2014) – Peru, Chile, and Spain

Production discography

Filmography

Television

Film

Soundtrack Contributions

Awards and nominations

iHeartRadio Music Awards

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Premios Juventud

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, Himself , , My Pop/Rock Artist, ,
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, "Así Es Tu Amor" , , Heart-Wrenching Song, ,

Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards

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, 2014 , , Himself , , Best Spanish Artist , ,
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, 2017 , , Himself , , Best Spanish Artist , ,

Nickelodeon Mexico Kids' Choice Awards

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, 2016 , , Himself , , Favorite International Artist , ,

Radio Disney Music Awards

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, 2016 , , Himself , , Best Spanish Artist , ,

References

Further reading

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External links

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1998 births
Living people
People from San Fernando, Cádiz
Child pop musicians
Latin pop singers
Singers from Andalusia
Sony Music Publishing artists
Sony BMG artists
Sony Music Spain artists
Spanish pop singers
Spanish child singers
Spanish male television actors
Spanish male child actors
English-language singers from Spain
Italian-language singers of Spain
Spanish YouTubers
21st-century Spanish singers
21st-century Spanish male singers
Sony Music Latin artists