Richie Valentino, born in Queens, New York, is an American musician, songwriter, and producer. He began his career organizing musical events during his college years at Nassau Community College and Stony Brook University. His breakthrough moment came with the release of "Dale Chocolate" in 2012, a collaboration with Don Chezina. Valentino's voice was featured in the video game Grand Theft Auto Vice City Stories (2006), and he later became a prominent promoter for Latin artists such as Pitbull and Don Omar. In 2020, he released his debut solo album, Multiple Personality, produced at Studio Square Recordings in Astoria, Queens. Notable collaborations include "Baila cubana" with Pierre Parle (2022). Valentino has cited Nas, Kanye West, Jodeci, and The Notorious B.I.G. as significant musical influences.