Role

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Composer

Country

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Mexico

Birth

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December 7, 1935 in Ticul, Yucatán, Mexico

Death

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December 28, 2020

 

Armando Manzanero was a Mexican composer, singer, and pianist who was born on December 7, 1935, in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico. He was the son of a musician and grew up in a musical family. His father played the guitar, and his mother sang in the church choir. Manzanero began playing the piano at a young age and showed a natural talent for music. Manzanero studied music at the National Conservatory of Music in Mexico City and later at the Bellas Artes School. He began his career as a composer in the 1950s, writing songs for other artists. His first hit song was "Nunca en el Mundo" (Never in the World), which was recorded by singer Lucho Gatica in 1959. Throughout the 1960s, Manzanero continued to write hit songs for other artists, including "Somos Novios" (We Are Lovers), which was recorded by Perry Como and later by Elvis Presley as "It's Impossible." Manzanero's songs became popular throughout Latin America, and he became known as one of the most important composers of romantic ballads. In the 1970s, Manzanero began recording his own music as a singer and pianist. He released his first album, "Mi Primera Grabación" (My First Recording), in 1971. The album included some of his most famous songs, including "Esta Tarde Vi Llover" (This Afternoon I Saw Rain) and "Adoro" (I Adore You). Manzanero continued to release albums throughout the 1970s and 1980s, and his music became popular not only in Latin America but also in the United States and Europe. He collaborated with many other artists, including Luis Miguel, Alejandro Fernandez, and Tony Bennett. Manzanero's music was known for its romantic lyrics and beautiful melodies. He often wrote about love and relationships, and his songs were often used in movies and television shows. Some of his most famous songs include "Contigo Aprendí" (I Learned With You), "Por Debajo de la Mesa" (Under the Table), and "Somos Novios" (We Are Lovers). In addition to his music career, Manzanero was also involved in politics. He served as the president of the Society of Authors and Composers of Mexico and was a member of the Mexican Congress. He was also a philanthropist and worked to support music education in Mexico. Manzanero continued to perform and record music into his 80s. He was honored with many awards throughout his career, including the Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2014. He died on December 28, 2020, at the age of 85. Armando Manzanero was a talented composer, singer, and pianist who left a lasting impact on the world of music. His beautiful melodies and romantic lyrics continue to be loved by fans around the world.

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