INTRODUCTION
Bad Gyal is a Spanish singer, rapper, DJ, and songwriter from Vilassar de Mar, Catalonia, Spain. She is one of the pioneers of the urban and dancehall music scene in Spain, known for blending dancehall, reggaeton, and electronic music. She rose to fame with her breakout single “Pai” (2016) and has since released hit songs like “Fiebre,” “Santa María,” and “Zorra.” Her debut album La Joia (2022) cemented her status as one of the most important artists in Spanish urban music. She signed to Interscope Records for international distribution and continues to push boundaries in the Latin and European music scenes.
GET TO KNOW BAD GYAL
Birthday: March 7, 1997
Occupation: Singer, Rapper, DJ, Songwriter
Birth Name: Alba Farelo Solé
Achievements: Released debut album La Joia (2022) to critical acclaim, Signed to Interscope Records, one of the world’s biggest labels, Pioneer of the dancehall and urban music movement in Spain, Performed at major festivals including Primavera Sound, Sónar, and Mad Cool
Nationality: Spanish
Source of Fame: She gained fame in 2016 with her viral single “Pai,” a dancehall-influenced track that showcased her unique fusion of Caribbean rhythms with Catalan identity. Her ability to merge dancehall,
BIRTH NAME
Bad Gyal was born Alba Farelo Solé on March 7, 1997, in Vilassar de Mar, Barcelona, Spain.
CAREER
• Singer/Rapper – Albums: La Joia (2022), singles collection spanning 2016–present
• Hit Singles – “Pai,” “Fiebre,” “Santa María,” “Zorra,” “Tra,” “Diabla”
• DJ – Performs DJ sets at clubs and festivals across Europe
• Songwriter – Writes and co-produces her own music
• Record Deal – Signed to Interscope Records for international distribution
• Tours – International tours across Europe and Latin America, major festival appearances
AGE
Bad Gyal is 29 years old.
HOW BIG IS BAD GYAL ON THE NET?
Bad Gyal has over 4 million followers on Instagram under the username @imbaadgyal. She is known for her bold fashion choices and distinctive visual identity on social media, sharing music content, tour highlights, and style-forward posts.
HOW DID BAD GYAL BECOME FAMOUS?
She gained fame in 2016 with her viral single “Pai,” a dancehall-influenced track that showcased her unique fusion of Caribbean rhythms with Catalan identity. Her ability to merge dancehall, reggaeton, and electronic production made her a standout in the Spanish music scene. She became one of the first Spanish artists to bring authentic dancehall and Caribbean sounds to mainstream European pop.
ACHIEVEMENTS
• Released debut album La Joia (2022) to critical acclaim
• Signed to Interscope Records, one of the world’s biggest labels
• Pioneer of the dancehall and urban music movement in Spain
• Performed at major festivals including Primavera Sound, Sónar, and Mad Cool
• “Zorra” became a viral hit across Spanish-speaking countries
• Over 4 million followers on Instagram
• Collaborated with major international and Latin artists
• Recognized as one of the most influential urban artists in Spain
CLOSE WITH (ASSOCIATED)
Bad Gyal has collaborated with J Balvin and Ozuna. She is part of the Spanish urban music scene alongside Rosalía and C. Tangana. She has worked with Nathy Peluso and is connected to the Latin music network including Cazzu and Nicki Nicole. She has collaborated with Rauw Alejandro and appeared alongside El Guincho as a producer.
PHYSICAL APPEARANCE
Height: 5’6″ (168 cm)
Hair Color: Blonde (often changes styles)
Eye Color: Brown
Distinctive Features: Catalan-Caribbean fusion style, dancehall influence, bold fashion sense
Body Type: Slim and toned
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