Cheo Feliciano

Puerto Rican-American singer-songwriter

Cheo Feliciano - Puerto Rican-American singer-songwriter
Born

July 3rd, 1935
90 years ago

Died

2014
11 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Puerto Rico

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A prominent figure in salsa music, a career began in the 1950s with the band Cortijo y Su Maquinaria. Achieved widespread recognition for the hit songs 'Anacaona' and 'Borinquen'. Collaborated with many notable artists, including Willie Colón and Marc Anthony. Continued to perform and record music until the end of life, contributing significantly to the Latin music scene.

Achieved acclaim with the song 'Anacaona'

Recorded several successful albums

Received multiple accolades for contributions to salsa music

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