Barranza was born and raised in Villa Unión, Sinaloa.
[1] He became involved with regional Mexican music after moving to Mazatlán.
After a few years, Barraza left Banda Los Recoditos to start a solo career.
He released his solo debut in 1995 with Mis Canciones de Amor.
He has two sons Dany & César, & two daughters Deysi & Mayra.