Noriega was one of the primary reggaeton producers during the style's rise to popularity and commercial significance. He began earning high-profile production credits in 2002, and his breakout came the following year when he produced tracks for Tego Calderón and Vico C, who were among the most respected artists in Puerto Rico at the time. Also in 2003, Noriega was co-billed with Luny Tunes on Mas Flow, a groundbreaking mixtape. Noriega's first truly solo mixtape was 2004's Contra la Corriente. Also in 2004, Noriega was credited with an impressive list of production work (Eddie Dee, Guanabanas, Tego Calderón, Mikie Perfecto, Zion & Lennox, Baby Rasta & Gringo). ~ Jason Birchmeier