like much of his family, he studied medicine and became an otolaryngologist—an ear, nose and throat specialist. drexler began playing piano at age five, before attending guitar and composition classes. although he had an interest in music, he became a doctor like both of his parents. he attended medical school in montevideo. during his time in medical school, drexler took a break to hitchhike through brazil. he also studied music and recorded two albums, which were only released in uruguay.