Álvaro Torres facts for kids
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Álvaro Torres
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Torres performing in Cuba, 2015
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| Born | April 9, 1954 Usulután, El Salvador |
| Genres | Latin pop |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter |
| Years active | 1973–present |
Álvaro Torres is a famous singer and songwriter from El Salvador. He was born on April 9, 1954. He is known for his romantic Latin pop songs.
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About Álvaro Torres
Early Life and First Songs
Álvaro Torres was born in Usulután, El Salvador. He started writing songs at a young age. His first song, "Dulce amiga" (Sweet Friend), was written when he was just 12 years old. He was inspired by a friend who let him watch TV at her house.
Around that time, he met Pepe Rodas, a radio director. Rodas invited Álvaro to a studio to record a demo. A demo is like a sample recording of a song. This was a big step for his music career.
Moving and Making Music
Álvaro Torres later moved to Guatemala. There, he began his solo music career. His first album, Algo especial (Something Special), came out in 1976. The next year, he released another album called Acariciame (Caress Me).
In 1978, he was chosen to represent El Salvador in the OTI Festival. This was a big music competition held in Santiago, Chile. Even though he didn't win, it helped him become more known.
Success in the United States
Álvaro Torres later moved to the United States. He lived in different states like Colorado and California before settling in Florida.
His music career really took off in 1991. That year, he released a very successful album called Nada Se Compara Contigo. In 1994, he was named Songwriter of the Year by BMI. BMI is an organization that helps musicians.
Famous Songs and Collaborations
Álvaro Torres has many popular songs. Some of his well-known hits include "Hazme olvidarla," "La Unica" (The Only One), and "Nada se compara contigo" (Nothing Compares to You).
He has also sung with other famous artists. He recorded "Mi amor por ti" (My Love for You) with Mexican singer Marisela. He also sang "Buenos amigos" (Good Friends) with Selena. In 1997, he recorded "Estaremos Juntos" (We Will Be Together) with Puerto Rican singer Millie Corretjer.
Álvaro Torres was inspired by other great singers. These include Sandro, Camilo Sesto, and Joan Manuel Serrat.
Discography
- 1986: Tres (#47)
- 1988: Adicto (#40)
- 1988: Amor Que Mata (#19)
- 1988: Hazme Olvidarla (#7)
- 1989: Por lo Mucho Que Te Amo (#29)
- 1990: Ni Tú Ni Ella (#3)
- 1990: Si Estuvieras Conmigo (#9)
- 1991: Mi Verdadero Amor (#13)
- 1992: Nada Se Compara Contigo (#1)
- 1992: He Vivido Esperando Por Ti (#4)
- 1992: Cruz de Olvido (#31)
- 1993: Te Olvidaré (#11)
- 1993: Me Arrepiento de Quererte (#28)
- 1993: Te Dejo Libre (#4)
- 1993: Estoy Enamorado de Tí (#19)
- 1993: Que Lastimá (Nueva version) (#7)
- 1994: Angel Caido (#7)
- 1994: Tu Mejor Amigo (#11)
- 1994: Contigo Sí (#17)
- 1995: Reencuentro (con Barrio Boyzz) (#11)
- 1998: El Ultimo Romántico (#12)
See also
In Spanish: Álvaro Torres para niños
