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Quick facts for kids David Bisbal
Bisbal in 2023
Born	David Bisbal Ferre (1979-06-05) 5 June 1979 (age 46) Almería, Andalusia, Spain
Occupation	Singer songwriter actor
Years active	2001-present
Height	1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
Spouse(s)	Rosanna Zanetti ​ (m. 2018)​
Partner(s)	Chenoa (2001-2005) Elena Tablada (2006-2011)
Children	3
Musical career
Genres	Latin ballad Latin pop pop
Instruments	Vocals
Labels	Vale Music (2002-2010) Universal Music Group (2003-present)

David Bisbal Ferre (born June 5, 1979) is a Spanish singer, songwriter, and actor. He became famous after being the runner-up on the first season of the TV show Operación Triunfo.

Since then, he has released many studio and live albums. All his studio albums reached the top of the music charts in Spain. He has performed concerts all over Europe and Latin America. David Bisbal is now known as an international artist.

By 2019, David Bisbal had sold over six million records in Spain and America. He earned 69 platinum albums, 20 gold albums, and two diamond albums. His albums Corazón Latino and Bulería each sold over one million copies in Europe.

Early Life and First Steps in Music

David Bisbal was born on June 5, 1979, in Almería, Spain. His father, José Bisbal, was a professional boxer and a flamenco musician. His mother is Maria Ferre Montoya. David is the youngest of three children. Even as a child, he loved to perform, but he was very shy.

David went to high school in Almería but left when he was about 15. After leaving school, he worked with his father in a greenhouse. A few years later, he met the producer of Orchestra Expressions, a popular band. The producer heard David sing and offered him a job as the band's main singer.

Working with Orchestra Expressions helped David grow as a singer. He discovered his true passion for music. In 2001, he auditioned for Operación Triunfo in Barcelona. This show was like 'Pop Idol' and aimed to choose Spain's representative for the Eurovision Song Contest. David came in second place. He later joined the winner, Rosa López, and other contestants as a backing singer at Eurovision.

David Bisbal's Music Journey

Starting with Operación Triunfo

In October 2001, David Bisbal joined the first season of Operación Triunfo. He was one of 16 contestants. He made it to the final and finished as the runner-up. The top three contestants then competed to represent Spain at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2002. David came second in this part too. He sang a song called "Corazón Latino." The winner, Rosa López, went on to sing "Europe's Living a Celebration" at Eurovision. David joined her as a backing singer.

David Bisbal at Los Premios Nokia Amigo, 2007

After the show, David signed with Vale Music. He released his first album, Corazón Latino, in Miami. It was produced by Kike Santander. The album quickly became very popular in Spain. Its first song, "Ave María," was a huge hit. After winning a Latin Grammy award, the album sold over one million copies.

Becoming an International Star

After his success on Operación Triunfo, David signed with Vale Music. His first album, Corazón Latino, came out in the summer of 2002. It was recorded in Miami. The album sold over 600,000 copies in its first week. It stayed at number one on the Spanish charts for seven weeks.

With over 1.3 million copies sold in Spain, David became famous in other Spanish-speaking countries. His album was released in Latin America in October 2002. In January 2003, David won an Amigo award in Madrid. He started his first tour in Latin America in October 2003. He visited 12 countries and performed 17 concerts.

Bulería and More Success

On February 10, 2004, David released his second album, Bulería. Kike Santander produced it again. This album was also very successful in Spain and Latin America. It sold over one million copies in Spain alone. It was the best-selling Spanish album of 2004.

The first song from Bulería, also called "Bulería," came out in December 2003. It quickly reached number one in Spain and Latin America. The album itself sold over 300,000 copies in Spain in just one week. It also earned gold awards in Colombia and Venezuela very quickly.

In March 2005, David released a DVD called Todo Por Ustedes. It featured live performances from his concerts in the United States, Latin America, and Spain.

New Albums and Collaborations

The first song from his third album, Premonición, was "Quién me iba a decir." It came out in August 2006. The album itself was released on October 3, 2006. It sold over 900,000 copies.

Premonición was a big hit. In its first week, it sold over 400,000 copies in Spain. David performed songs from this album at the European Parliament in Strasbourg. The album stayed at number one on the Spanish charts for a month. David won an Ondas Award and a Micrófono de Oro award. In January 2007, the song "Silencio" from the album was number one on Spain's Top 40 Chart for eight weeks.

In 2008, David sang a duet with Rihanna called "Hate That I Love You". This song was part of Rihanna's album Good Girl Gone Bad.

Sin Mirar Atrás and Awards

His fourth album, Sin Mirar Atrás, was released on October 20, 2009. The first song, "Esclavo de tus Besos," was produced by Armando Ávila. It became one of David's most successful songs. It reached number one on sales and radio charts in Spain, Latin America, and the United States.

Sin Mirar Atrás received good reviews. David also worked with DJ Sammy on a song called "Aqui Ahora." In January 2010, "Esclavo de Tus Besos" earned a double platinum award in Spain. It also received a platinum award in Argentina. The second song from the album was "Mi Princesa." David won his first Latin Grammy in 2009. In November 2010, he received a Gold Record for album sales in the USA and Puerto Rico.

The Voice and Recent Music

David Bisbal sang the theme song for the TV show "Herederos de una venganza" in Argentina. This show was very popular.

In November 2011, he released his first acoustic album, "Una noche en el Teatro Real." It was recorded live in Madrid. In its first week, it sold over 50,000 copies. This was a record for a DVD/CD set in Spain. It quickly earned double platinum status. By January, it reached triple platinum. In 2012, his album "Live at the Royal Albert Hall" also earned a platinum award in Spain.

During his "Una noche en el Teatro Real" tour, David performed in famous places like the Royal Albert Hall in London and Carnegie Hall in New York. In November 2012, David won his third Latin Grammy for "Best Traditional Pop Album."

David also became a judge on the Spanish TV show La Voz (The Voice). He was a coach for the winner, Rafa Blas, in the first season. He was also a judge on La Voz... México. In 2014, David left these shows to focus on his new album, Tú y Yo. In 2016, he was a mentor on the show La Apuesta.

In 2017, David released the album Hijos del mar. It included songs like "Antes que no" and "Fiebre." For "Fiebre," he filmed a music video in Los Angeles. In June 2018, singer Aitana joined David to sing "Mi princesa" at a concert.

In 2020, David Bisbal worked with Carrie Underwood on a new song called “Tears of Gold.” This was Carrie Underwood's first song sung in both English and Spanish. In April 2022, he was announced as a coach again for La Voz... México.

David Bisbal Around the World

David Bisbal is popular in many countries.

• On September 3, 2003, he won a Latin Grammy for "Best New Artist." He sang "Angels" with Jessica Simpson at the event. He also toured Latin America, performing sold-out concerts in countries like Argentina, Brazil, and Mexico.
• In 2008, he recorded "Hate That I Love You" (Odio Amarte), a version with Rihanna that mixed Spanish and English. He also found success in Europe, including England, Germany, and Russia, and even in Japan.
• In 2009, he recorded "Sufrirás" with singer Pixie Lott.
• In 2010, David was part of the Spanish version of the FIFA 2010 Official World Cup song, "Waving Flag," with K'naan.
• He also recorded "Te miro a ti," a version of Miley Cyrus's "When I Look At You." In this song, Miley sang in English, and David sang in both English and Spanish.
• In 2011, David recorded "Herederos" for a TV series in Argentina. His album "Sin Mirar Atrás Tour" sold over 300,000 copies in Argentina.
• On November 15, 2012, he won another Latin Grammy in Las Vegas. This was for "Best Traditional Pop Album" for "Una Noche en el Teatro Real."
• In 2013, David appeared as himself in the TV series Jane the Virgin. He sang "Esclavo de sus besos" in one episode.

Personal Life

David Bisbal has a daughter with designer Elena Tablada.

He also has a son, Mateo, with Venezuelan actress and model Rosanna Zanetti. They got married on July 2, 2018.

Music Albums

Studio Albums

Live Albums

Compilation Albums

Singles

Other Appearances

See also

In Spanish: David Bisbal para niños