El De Houston is Ivan Cornejo’s shout-out to the city that shaped him and the humble roots that fuel his grind. Over a laid-back corrido rhythm, he salutes Houston as his playground, remembers his parents’ tiny ranch, and admits that playing with fire has always been his style. The lyrics paint a picture of a young hustler who has ridden life’s roller-coaster, learned street lessons the hard way, and now finds balance in hard work, quick breaks with a “gallo de manzana,” and nonstop dreaming of bigger things.
The song is also a manifesto of loyalty and self-reliance. Cornejo flashes his gold gear, counts the bills rolling in, and enjoys the present, yet he never forgets family or the friends who stayed solid. Respect is everything: treat him right and he is the best of friends, cross him and you will meet a different side. At barely past twenty, he is already respected, driven, and wary of fake company. In short, El De Houston celebrates roots, resilience, and the unbreakable bond between ambition and authenticity.
Iván Cornejo is a dynamic American singer-songwriter born on June 5, 2004, in Riverside, California, with roots that bridge the United States and Mexico. Known for his fresh take on Regional Mexican music, Iván expertly blends traditional sounds with alternative indie and rock influences, a nod to the music his family shared during his upbringing.
Self-taught on guitar through YouTube tutorials, his breakout album Alma Vacía quickly climbed the charts, earning praise from The New York Times and hitting multiple Billboard rankings. His heartfelt songwriting, inspired by personal experiences like his early heartbreak, has connected deeply with audiences, making songs like "Está Dañada" viral sensations. With multiple number-one albums and notable collaborations, Iván Cornejo is a rising star redefining the boundaries of Latin music.