José Fernando Morales Rivera (born August 19, 1984), known professionally as Kendo Kaponi, is a Puerto Rican rapper, songwriter and producer.
Kaponi was raised by his grandmother, as both of his parents were drug addicts who had died by the time he was seven years old.
Kaponi began his career in the early 2000s writing songs for artists such as Héctor el Father, Cosculluela and Wisin & Yandel.
He eventually became a highly respected and sought-after songwriter catching the attention of Don Omar who signed him to his label “El Orfanato” where he started releasing his own music as well as songwriting for other artists signed to the label, mainly Farruko.
He is also known for participating in productions with Don Omar such as Don Omar Presents: Meet the Orphans, which include El Duro, Viviendo Con el Enemigo, and RX.