Julio Voltio Biography: Wife, Siblings, Parents, Age, Net Worth, Height, Songs, Playlists, Lyrics

Julio Irving Ramos Filomeno, known professionally as Julio Voltio or simply Voltio, is a Puerto Rican former rapper and singer who played a pivotal role in the early development of reggaeton.

A pioneer of the genre, he rose to prominence in the 1990s as part of the duo Karel y Voltio and later as a solo artist with hits like “Chulín Culín Chunflai” and “Julito Maraña.”

Known for his energetic performances and socially conscious lyrics, Voltio retired from music in 2014 to dedicate himself to preaching Evangelical Christianity, leaving a lasting legacy in Latin urban music.

Profile

• Full Name: Julio Irving Ramos Filomeno
• Stage Name: Julio Voltio, Voltio
• Born: 11 June 1977
• Age: 48 years old
• Birthplace: Santurce, San Juan, Puerto Rico
• Nationality: Puerto Rican
• Occupation: Former Rapper, Singer, and Electrician
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Julio Ramos Rolón, Olga Filomeno Pérez
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Mari Hernandez
• Children: Unknown
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1 million

Early Life and Education

Julio Irving Ramos Filomeno was born on June 11, 1977, in Santurce, San Juan, Puerto Rico, to Julio Ramos Rolón and Olga Filomeno Pérez. Information about his siblings is not publicly known.

Raised in the Parque Ecuestre section of Carolina, Puerto Rico, he grew up immersed in the island’s vibrant music culture, influenced by hip-hop, dancehall, and early reggaeton.

Before pursuing music, he worked as an electrician, earning the nickname “Voltio” (meaning “volt”) after an accidental electric shock, initially being called “Bombillo” (light bulb) or “Corto-Circuito” (short-circuit) by friends.

Details about his formal education, including schools attended or degrees earned, are not available. His ethnicity is Puerto Rican, and he is an Evangelical Christian.

Career

Julio Voltio began his music career in the mid-1990s as a teenager, forming the group Masters of Funk with Rey 29 and Héctor el Father, contributing to Puerto Rico’s nascent reggaeton movement.

Although the group released no official albums, their influence was significant. Voltio then partnered with Karel to form the duo Karel y Voltio, releasing their debut album Los Dueños del Estilo in 2003 under New Records, which had limited commercial success.

After parting ways with Karel, he signed with Pina Records but left due to financial disputes, releasing diss tracks like “Bling Bling” and “Guasa Guasa” with Tego Calderón against the label. In 2004, Voltio joined White Lion Records, releasing his debut solo album Voltage AC, featuring hits like “Bumper” and “Julito Maraña” with Tego Calderón.

His 2005 self-titled album Voltio included the iconic “Chulín Culín Chunflai” with Residente of Calle 13, which became his biggest hit, later remixed with Three 6 Mafia. The album peaked at number 8 on Billboard’s Latin Rhythm Albums chart.

Voltio collaborated with artists like Akon on the “Locked Up” remix and Jowell & Randy on “Pónmela,” featured in Grand Theft Auto IV. His 2007 album En lo Claro reached number 24 on Billboard’s Top Heatseekers chart but saw less success than prior releases.

Voltio also ventured into acting, appearing in films like Feel the Noise (2008) and Talento de Barrio (2009). In 2008, he released a documentary, En vivo desde Oso Blanco, detailing his time in prison.

His career took a spiritual turn in 2014 when he converted to Evangelical Christianity, retiring from music after his final single, “Siempre Estoy” with Ñengo Flow. Since then, he has co-hosted a Christian radio show, Maranatha Radio Ministries, with former rival Héctor el Father, focusing on faith-based content.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @julio_ramosok

Personal Life

Julio Voltio is married to Mari Hernandez, though details about their marriage date or children are not publicly confirmed. He maintains a private personal life, focusing on his faith and community work since retiring from music.

Discography

• Los Dueños del Estilo (with Karel, 2003)
• Voltage AC (2004)
• Voltio (2005)
• En lo Claro (2007)

Net Worth

Julio Voltio has an estimated net worth of $1 million. His wealth was accumulated through music sales, royalties, live performances, and acting roles during his active career, with additional income from his documentary and past label affiliations with Sony BMG and White Lion Records.