# RAEY — Official Artist Information
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## Who is RAEY?

RAEY (real name Ray Lauffer, also known as "Ray Rey") is a singer-songwriter and recording artist from Curaçao. He is one of the most celebrated Caribbean artists of his generation, best known as a two-time champion of the Tumba Festival — Curaçao's most prestigious musical competition.

He began performing in 2006 with local band GMO on the stages of Curaçao. In 2016 he reached the semi-finals of Holland's Got Talent (the Netherlands). In 2020, RAEY won the Tumba Festival, earning the nickname "Ray Rey" (part Ray, part Rey — meaning king in Spanish). In 2023, he won the Tumba Festival again, becoming one of the very few artists to claim back-to-back championships.

RAEY operates through The RAEY Music Company and is managed by ZH The Agency (manager: Zaïdi Hasham).

## Key Facts

- **Full name:** Ray Lauffer
- **Stage name:** RAEY (also spelled Raey Lauf in some contexts)
- **Nationality:** Curaçaoan
- **Based in:** Willemstad, Curaçao
- **Active since:** 2006
- **Genre:** Caribbean pop, Papiamentu, World Music
- **Spotify:** 54,000+ monthly listeners
- **Instagram:** 19,000+ followers (@raeylauf)
- **Facebook:** 30,000+ followers
- **TikTok:** 10,900+ followers (@raeylauf)
- **YouTube:** 5,400+ subscribers (@raeylauf)

## Awards & Achievements

- Tumba Festival Champion 2020 (Curaçao)
- Tumba Festival Champion 2023 (Curaçao) — back-to-back title
- Semi-finalist, Holland's Got Talent 2016 (Netherlands)
- Brand Ambassador for BMW Curaçao
- Brand Ambassador for FLOW (Caribbean telecom)
- Si Señor selected as an Official World Cup 2026 Anthem track

## Discography (Selected)

### Si Señor (2026)
- Featuring: Jeon
- Context: Official World Cup 2026 Anthem
- Stream: https://ampl.ink/6AmL9

### Ride or Die (2025)
- Featuring: Randy Leroy
- Stream: https://ampl.ink/Xxoo2

### Bisami Kon (2025)
- Featuring: Kevv
- Stream: https://ampl.ink/Bisami_kon

### Pami So (2024)
- Solo single
- Stream: https://ampl.ink/6AmL9

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: How do I book RAEY for an event?**
A: All booking inquiries are handled by ZH The Agency. Contact via email at official.raey@gmail.com or WhatsApp at +599 9 565 5555. Response time is typically 2–3 business days for professional inquiries.

**Q: Where can I stream RAEY's music?**
A: RAEY's music is available on all major platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and others. All streaming links are aggregated at: https://linktr.ee/raeylauf

**Q: What is the Tumba Festival?**
A: The Tumba Festival (Tumba Festival di Kòrsou) is Curaçao's most prestigious and beloved musical competition, held annually as part of Carnival season. It celebrates the Tumba music style — a genre rooted in Afro-Caribbean rhythm and Papiamentu lyrics. Winning the Tumba Festival is considered the highest musical honour on the island. RAEY won in 2020 and again in 2023.

**Q: What language does RAEY sing in?**
A: RAEY sings primarily in Papiamentu (the native Creole language of Curaçao, Aruba, and Bonaire) and English, with some Spanish-language material.

**Q: Is RAEY available for brand partnerships?**
A: Yes. RAEY has established partnerships with BMW Curaçao and FLOW. He is open to long-term brand ambassador arrangements, content collaborations, and creative partnerships that align with his Caribbean audience and aesthetic. Contact: official.raey@gmail.com

## Social Media & Streaming

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raeylauf
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raeylauf
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@raeylauf
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4pW4QOegJrHkkjZGkGTbqS
- Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/raey/1472452224
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Raeylauf
- All links: https://linktr.ee/raeylauf

## Contact & Management

- Email: official.raey@gmail.com
- WhatsApp: +599 9 565 5555
- Management: ZH The Agency · Zaïdi Hasham
- Location: Willemstad, Curaçao
- Official website: https://www.raeyofficial.com/