Alberto Cortez

Singer-songwriter known for 'Historia de un Amor'

Alberto Cortez - Singer-songwriter known for 'Historia de un Amor'
Born

March 11th, 1940
85 years ago

Died

2019
6 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Argentina

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Born in 1940, this Argentinian-Spanish singer-songwriter built a successful career in music, particularly in Latin American genres. Cortez began his career in Argentina before relocating to Spain, where he gained broader recognition. He wrote many popular songs, blending poetic lyrics with melodic compositions. Among his most celebrated works is 'Historia de un Amor,' which became a classic in the Latin American repertoire. Throughout the career, numerous albums were released, showcasing a range of themes and styles. The artist's unique voice and songwriting skills earned a dedicated following across Spanish-speaking countries.

Wrote the song 'Historia de un Amor'

Released multiple successful albums in music

Performed extensively in Spain and Latin America

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