José Iglesias, known in the music world as Candelita, made a name for himself as
a professional baseball player, but his passion for music has become just as
significant. Born in Cuba on January 5, 1990, he defected to the U.S. and
quickly rose through the ranks in Major League Baseball, playing for teams like
the Boston Red Sox, Detroit Tigers, and New York Mets. Despite his success in
baseball, Candelita has always harbored a deep love for music. In 2024, he
officially debuted as a Latin Pop artist, with his single "OMG" becoming a
surprise hit. The song soared to number 1 on t...