Biography

José Alfonso Contreras Mejías (known artistically as Chelo Home) is a Dominican Christian rapper, songwriter, and community minister known for his raw urban testimonies and dedicated social work in the barrios of Santo Domingo.

From secular street rap to ministry

Having spent his early years in secular street culture and underground rap, Contreras experienced a radical spiritual transformation that redirected his music into an evangelistic tool. He founded «El Ministerio Home», an outreach initiative centered on discipling, rehabilitating, and empowering at-risk youth in vulnerable neighborhoods.

Musical career and discography

His musical catalog is defined by gritty boom-bap and trap arrangements paired with direct biblical teaching and transparent testimonies. Notable releases include the albums «Home for God» (2018) featuring «Vivo Lo Que Predico», «El Fruto del Espíritu» (2019) with «Apóstol», and the single «Pedro» (2021).

Legacy

Chelo Home represents the authenticity of Dominican Christian urban hip hop, uniting artistic craftsmanship with on-the-ground social rescue and spiritual mentorship.

Discography

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