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FEMUSINDO.com - Celia Caridad Cruz y Alfonso, with her famous name Celia Cruz, is a singer who is also a Cuban-American figure who became famous when singing salsa songs.
Celia Cruz was born in Havana, Cuba, October 21, 1925 and died in Fort Lee, New Jersey, America, July 16, 2003.
This Grammy Award winner began her career in the music world since 1948. She is a Cuban singer and one of the most popular Latin artists of the 20th century.
Guarachas Singer Nicknamed La Guarachera de Cuba
Cruz became famous during the 1950s as a guarachas singer, thus earning the nickname "La Guarachera de Cuba".
She began her career in her native country, gaining recognition as the vocalist of the popular music group Sonora Matancera, a musical association that lasted for 15 years (1950–1965).
In the following decades, she became known internationally as the "Queen of Salsa" for her contributions to Latin music.
Best-Selling Latin Music Artists
In her musical career, she has sold more than 10 million records, making her one of the best-selling Latin music artists.
Cruz mastered a variety of Afro-Cuban musical styles including guaracha, rumba, afro, son and bolero, recording numerous singles in these styles for Seeco Records.
In 1960, after the Cuban Revolution led to the nationalization of the music industry, Cruz left her native country, becoming one of the symbols and spokesmen for the Cuban community in exile.
She continued her career, first in Mexico, and then in the United States, the country she made her permanent home.
American Song and Album Releases
In the 1960s, Celia Cruz collaborated with Tito Puente, recording his signature song "Bemba colorá".
In the 1970s, she signed with Fania Records and became closely associated with the salsa genre, releasing hits such as "Quimbara".
Cruz frequently performed live with the Fania All-Stars and collaborated with Johnny Pacheco and Willie Colón.
During the later years of her career, Cruz continued to release hits such as "La vida es un carnaval" and "La negra tiene tumbao".
Leaving a Salsa Musical Symbol
Her musical legacy is extensive, consisting of a total of 37 studio albums as well as numerous live albums and collaborations.
Throughout her career, she has received numerous awards and honors, including two Grammy Awards and three Latin Grammy Awards.
In addition to her prolific musical career, Cruz has also appeared as an actress in films and telenovelas.
Celia Cruz's slogan "¡Azúcar!" ("Sugar!") has become one of the most recognizable symbols of salsa music. (*)
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