Alejandro Sanz

Spanish singer-songwriter and guitarist

Alejandro Sanz - Spanish singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born

December 18th, 1968
56 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Spain

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Born in Spain, this artist began musical pursuits at a young age, releasing debut album 'Los Chulos Son Pa' Escucharlos' in 1991. The album garnered attention and laid the foundation for a successful career. Over the years, this musician produced several critically acclaimed albums, blending flamenco, pop, and rock influences. Achievements include multiple Grammy Awards and Latin Grammy Awards, showcasing contributions to the music industry. The song 'Corazón Partío' gained immense popularity in Spanish-speaking countries, becoming one of the artist's signature tracks.

Won 3 Grammy Awards and 15 Latin Grammy Awards

Released hit album 'Más' which sold over 2 million copies

Produced popular song 'Corazón Partío'

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