ECKO (rapper) Biography: Age, Songs, Girlfriend, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Albums

Biography

ECKO, born Ignacio Matías Spallatti on June 7, 1999, in La Matanza, Buenos Aires, Argentina, is a prominent rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor known for pioneering the Latin trap movement in Argentina.

He began writing rap and reggaeton at age 10, influenced by artists like Eminem, Don Omar, and Calle 13.

Rising to fame through freestyle battles in competitions like El Quinto Escalón and Red Bull Batalla de los Gallos, he transitioned to recorded music with hits such as “ICE” and “Rebota,” as well as collaborations with Bizarrap.

ECKO founded his label, Young Golden Inc., released albums such as Géminis (2021), and starred in the HBO Max series Días de Gallos. His style blends trap, reggaeton, and melodic elements, earning millions of streams and a strong presence in Latin urban music.

Argentine rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor
ECKO
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Ignacio Matías Spallatti
Stage Name:	ECKO
Born:	7 June 1999 (age 26 years old)
Place of Birth:	Villa Luzuriaga, La Matanza Partido, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Nationality:	Argentine
Education:	N/A
Height:	1.78 m
Parents:	Roberto Spallatti, María Laura-Spallatti
Siblings:	N/A
Spouse:	Not Married
Girlfriend • Partner:	Romina Malaspina (2020), María Eugenia Suárez (2025)
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Rapper • Singer
Net Worth:	$3.5 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Born on June 7, 1999, in Villa Luzuriaga, La Matanza Partido, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, Ignacio Matías Spallatti—better known as ECKO—grew up in a modest working-class neighbourhood within a family of Italian-Argentine descent, reflecting the strong Italian immigrant roots common in the region through his surname Spallatti.

Raised in a Catholic household by his hardworking parents, Roberto Spallatti and María Laura-Spallatti, he faced economic hardships from an early age. He contributed to the family by assisting with their small food business, managing finances (where he excelled in math), selling cell phones and sneakers, distributing flyers, and even working at a shopping centre.

Though details about siblings remain private, he has occasionally referenced close family ties in interviews. At ages 8–9, his passion for music ignited after discovering Calle 13‘s album Entren los que quieran, with Eminem pulling him toward rap and reggaeton icons like Daddy Yankee and Don Omar, who shaped his early compositions.

Before fully committing to music, ECKO displayed talent in soccer, training in youth divisions for prominent clubs such as Boca Juniors, All Boys, Almirante Brown, Ferro Carril Oeste, and a local FC Barcelona affiliate. Still, he eventually stepped away from the sport to pursue freestyle battles and recording.

Tragically, his father was murdered in a violent incident, adding to the challenges of his upbringing in a humble environment. Limited information exists on his formal education, as early responsibilities in work, sports, and music to support the family likely took priority over traditional schooling.

Career

ECKO rose to prominence in the mid-2010s through Argentina’s underground freestyle circuit, launching his career at just 15 years old in major competitions such as El Quinto Escalón and Red Bull Batalla de los Gallos.

In 2016, he gained widespread recognition after defeating Duki in the eighth-finals of El Quinto Escalón, ultimately finishing as runner-up to MKS. That same year, he secured third place in the national Red Bull tournament.

These early battles sharpened his rapid-fire delivery and lyrical punchlines, positioning him as one of the early architects of Argentina’s Latin trap movement alongside talents like Duki and Cazzu.

As he shifted into recorded music, ECKO released initial tracks such as “Dealer de Skilles,” “Disputa,” and “Cash,” which began circulating in the local scene. His breakout arrived with a string of hits, including “Dorado,” “ICE,” “ROMPE,” “Árabe” (which reached the Top 10 on Apple Music Argentina), and “Rebota.”

In 2019, he signed with Universal Music Latin Entertainment and became the first Argentine artist to perform at SXSW in Austin, Texas, expanding his profile on an international level.

The 2020s marked a period of major growth. His Bizarrap Music Session (Vol. 2), the gold-certified EP Young Golden—featuring collaborations with Brytiago, Amenazzy, Eladio Carrión, and Kiubbah Malon—and tracks like “Cama Vacía” with Cazzu and “Pégate” solidified his presence in the Latin urban scene.

In 2021, he released his debut studio album Géminis, blending trap and reggaeton, and made his acting debut in the HBO Max series Días de Gallos, starring alongside Ángela Torres and Tomás Wicz in a drama centred on freestyle battles.

ECKO later founded his own label, Young Golden Inc., and expanded his collaborative reach with artists such as Mariah Angeliq, Kaleb Di Masi, Big Soto, Brray, and Noriel.

His recent output includes singles like “Me Gusta” (2024, with La China Suárez), “Loquita Remix,” and updated versions of tracks such as “Me Olvidé de Ti” (2025, with 18 Kilates and Peipper).

He continues to tour—including scheduled dates in Spain—and remains a leading figure in Latin urban music, amassing millions of streams and a large, dedicated online following.

Social Media

• Instagram: ECKO (@ecko)
• Twitter: ECKO (@_ecko) / X
• YouTube: ECKO

Personal Life

ECKO is 26 years old, having been born on June 7, 1999.

He is not married and has no publicly known wife or marriages. There are also no reports of him having children.

In 2020, rumours circulated about ECKO‘s possible connection with television host Romina Malaspina after he shared a suggestive photo, but nothing was officially confirmed.

In early 2025, media outlets speculated about a potential romance with actress and singer Eugenia “La China” Suárez following public sightings and their collaboration on the single “Me Gusta,” though neither has verified a relationship.

His height is estimated to be around 1.78–1.81 meters (approximately 5’10″–5’11”), based on fan observations and comparisons in photos and videos.

Net Worth

ECKO‘s net worth is estimated at approximately $3.5 million.

This figure reflects his accumulated earnings from a successful career in the Latin trap and urban music scene, including revenue from millions of streams on Spotify and YouTube, live tours and performances, his independent label Young Golden Inc., acting in projects like HBO Max’s Días de Gallos, high-profile collaborations, and brand endorsements.

Discography

Studio Albums

• Géminis (2021) – His debut full-length album, featuring a mix of trap and reggaeton tracks.
• Two additional studio albums (titles include references to later projects like Mafia Lirical in biographies, with ongoing releases).

EPs

• Young Golden (2020) – Gold-certified EP with collaborations including Brytiago, Amenazzy, Eladio Carrión, and Kiubbah Malon.

Notable Singles & Collaborations

• Early tracks: “Dealer de Skilles,” “Disputa,” “Cash,” “Legend” (pre-2017)
• “Dorado” (2017)
• “ICE,” “ROMPE,” “Árabe,” “Rebota” (feat. various artists) (2018–2019)
• “Sube,” “Zigzag,” “Besame,” “Poca Luz” (2019)
• “Desde Cero,” “Te Lo Advertí,” “High,” “Me Despierto” (2020)
• Bizarrap Music Session Vol. 2 (2020)
• “Cama Vacía” (feat. Cazzu), “Pégate” (2020)
• “Reggaeton de Antes” (feat. Mariah Angeliq) (2021)
• Recent: “Me Gusta” (feat. La China Suárez, 2024–2025), “Loquita Remix,” “Me Olvidé de Ti Remix” (2025), among ongoing singles and remixes like “Turraka Remix.”

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