Mexican-American singer-songwriter Xavi has dominated the Billboard charts since his official debut in 2021, with hits like “La Diabla” and “La Victima” racking up over 300 million views on YouTube.
Xavi’s “La Diabla” is now the longest-running #1 Latin solo song in global Spotify chart history, surpassing Bad Bunny’s “MONACO.”
Xavi’s rise to success is nothing short of meteoric. His music—a blend of Mexican corridos traditions with modern rhythms—has redefined today’s era of Latin music, captivating audiences worldwide.
This article covers everything you need to know about Xavi, including the singer’s age, early life, rise to fame, and more.
How Old Is Xavi?
Xavi, full name Joshua Xavier Gutierrez Alonso, is a Mexican-American singer and songwriter. He was born on May 5, 2004, in Phoenix, Arizona.
As of 2024, Xavi is 20 years old. There isn’t much information online on how he celebrated his 20th birthday, but he has posted a picture of him holding a birthday cake on Instagram, smiling and surrounded by friends.
Early Life
Joshua Xavier Gutierrez Alonso was born on May 5, 2004. His parents moved to Arizona from Mexico in 2002, and though he lived most of his life in the US, he’s never lost touch with his cultural roots. He has one older brother, Fabio Capri, who also pursued a music career.
Growing up in a bilingual household, Xavi was surrounded by the sounds of traditional Mexican corridos, which would later influence his unique musical style.
Xavi started playing the guitar when he was ten and began writing songs at 12. Though his entire family was musically inclined, his grandfather inspired him to become a musician. Seeing him play at the church made him realize how beautiful music can be.
“When he sang, he sang with feeling, with love, and he did it for God. I remember that day I fell in love with music,” he tells Billboard.
Xavi went to a local high school in Arizona but dropped out during his senior year when COVID-19 hit.
In an interview with Agushto Papa Podcast, he mentioned using his time off to focus on singing and writing songs. He plans to return to school eventually, but only for his parents’ happiness. “They came to the States to give us a better life,” Xavi said. “So, I’m gonna finish because my parents worked hard for it.”
How Did Xavi Get Famous? Career Highlights
Like most early musicians, Xavi’s career started with uploading covers on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. He quickly gained a massive following and released his debut single, “Vete Ya,” through Baga Music in 2020.
Signing With Interscope Records
After releasing a few singles following Vete Ya, Xavi’s 2021 viral hit Amigos con Derecho I, I caught the attention of Interscope Records.
For those unaware, Interscope Records is a well-known American record label owned by Universal Music Group.
The label has signed artists like Kendrick Lamar, Billie Eilish, Lisa, and Playboi Carti, to name a few. So, Interscope Records seeking out a relatively small artist like Xavi is a big deal.
Interscope Records’ executive VP, Nir Seroussi, was intrigued by the artist’s raw emotion and decided to send him a DM. The artist responded several attempts later and met with the VP after two months. “It was love at first sight,” Seroussi tells Billboard.
Car Accident
Shortly after signing a deal with Interscope Records, Xavi got into a horrific car accident. The accident resulted in a facial and skull fracture and left him in a coma for a few days.
Xavi was told that he wouldn’t be able to sing any time soon due to his extensive injuries, but he wouldn’t let go of his dream just like that.
Following his facial reconstruction surgery, Xavi uploaded a video of him singing and playing the guitar on TikTok, face and arm covered in bandages. The video garnered both the sympathy and admiration from fans.
Rise to Fame
After being released from the hospital, Xavi released his debut single, La Victima, which amassed over 360 million YouTube views and 580 million Spotify streams in less than a year.
He released La Diabla a few months later, which got an even warmer reception than La Victima, with 481 million views on YouTube alone.
La Victima and La Diabla landed him No. 55 and No. 22 on the Billboard Hot 100, respectively. La Diabla also reached the top five on Billboard Global 200 and Global Exclusive U.S. charts.
Since then, Xavi has released several singles, including “Modo DND” with Tony Aguirre and “Poco a Poco” with Los Dareyes de la Sierra, which has also been charted in the US.
In May 2023, Xavi debuted his first EP, My Mom’s Playlist, which features covers of songs like Rayando el Sol by Maná and other rock en español classics his mother loved.
According to Xavi, the car accident he experienced was the catalyst of his success. “God gave me a second chance to go on and try harder,” he told Billboard. “I’m grateful for every moment I have.”
Personal Life
Xavi keeps his personal life private. Though he regularly appears in lighthearted interviews and podcasts, he rarely discusses himself on social media.
He’s in a long-term relationship, but we don’t know much about his girlfriend. Some sources state that her name is Sophia, while others believe it’s Emily.
Outside his relationship, Xavi is dedicated to his career and focused on preparing for upcoming tours.
Net Worth
As of 2024, Xavi’s net worth is believed to be around $10 million. Much of his net worth comes from album sales, tours, music streams, and merchandise.
Final Thoughts
Xavi was born on May 5, 2004, in Phoenix, Arizona. He’s currently 20 years old.
The Mexican-American singer-songwriter turned his hobby into a booming career from the ground up, and many of his fans admire his strength in overcoming the trauma from a car accident he suffered in early 2021.
Today, he continues to upload new singles and perform on tours.
