Toby Love

Toby Love
Toby Love in 2015
Background information
Birth nameOctavio Rivera
Also known asSoul Love
Born (1985-03-20) March 20, 1985 (age 39)
The Bronx, New York, U.S.
Genres
Occupations
  • Singer
  • rapper
  • songwriter
InstrumentVocals
Years active1999–present
Labels

Toby Love (born Octavio Rivera; March 20, 1985) is an American singer, rapper and songwriter of Puerto Rican descent.[1] Based on The Bronx, New York, he is best known for being a former member of Aventura before pursuing a solo career, mostly known for their 2002 album We Broke the Rules, later performing a style of bachata music that combines traditional and urban singing and production.[1][2] In 2006, he embarked on a solo career, thus gaining success. His debut single, "Tengo Un Amor", helped him rise to fame in mainstream Latin music. Since then, he became one of the most successful bachata artists of the 2000s and 2010s with hits like "Llorar Lloviendo", "Te Parece Poco", "Lejos", "Vestida De Blanco", among others.

  1. ^ a b Latin Music Interview: "Toby Love Becomes the Voice of the Youth"
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