Israel Perales Ortiz (September 2, 1972 – July 23, 2015) better known in the music world as Mexicano 777, was a Puerto Rican rapper who gained fame across Latin America, and in the United States.
Mexicano 777 was from Caguas, Puerto Rico, and was considered to be one of the pioneers of Latin hip hop and reggaeton.
Perales Ortiz adopted the artistic nickname "Mexicano 777" to honor his step-father, who is Mexican.