José Alfredo Jiménez facts for kids
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José Alfredo Jiménez
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| Birth name | José Alfredo Jiménez Sandoval |
| Also known as | "El Rey", "El Dios de la Música Ranchera", "El Padrino de la Música Ranchera", "El Poeta del Pueblo". |
| Born | 19 January 1926 Dolores Hidalgo, Guanajuato, Mexico |
| Died | 23 November 1973 (aged 47) Mexico City, Mexico |
| Genres | Regional Mexican, Canción ranchera, Corrido, Mariachi. |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter |
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José Alfredo Jiménez Sandoval (born January 19, 1926 – died November 23, 1973) was a famous Mexican singer and songwriter. He was known for his ranchera songs, which are a very important part of modern Mexican music. Many people consider his songs to be the foundation of this musical style.
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Who Was José Alfredo Jiménez?
José Alfredo Jiménez was born in Dolores Hidalgo, Guanajuato, Mexico. He became one of Mexico's most beloved musicians. What made him special was that he didn't play an instrument himself. He also didn't know much about music theory, like what a "waltz" was or what "keys" his songs were in.
His Amazing Songs
Even without formal music training, José Alfredo Jiménez wrote over 1,000 songs. His songs are still very popular today. Some of his most famous tunes include "Ella", "Paloma querida", "El Rey", and "Si nos dejan". He also wrote "Camino de Guanajuato", which is about his home state.
Many other famous artists have sung his songs. These include Selena, Antonio Aguilar, Lola Beltrán, Rocío Dúrcal, Vicente Fernández, and Luis Miguel. Even the Spanish singer Joaquín Sabina honored him in his song "Por el Bulevar de los Sueños Rotos". This shows how much his music influenced artists around the world.
His Later Years
Like many stars of his time, José Alfredo Jiménez passed away at a young age. He was 47 years old when he died in Mexico City. His death was due to health complications.
One of his last public appearances was on Mexican television in 1973. He introduced his final song, "Gracias," with his wife, Alicia Juarez. This song was his way of thanking his fans for their love and support throughout his career. He was truly one of Mexico's most talented composers and singers.
Honoring José Alfredo Jiménez
José Alfredo Jiménez continues to be honored for his contributions to music.
Awards and Recognition
In 2018, he received a special honor after his death. The album ¡México Por Siempre! by Luis Miguel won the Latin Grammy Award for Album of the Year. Six of the songs on that album were written by José Alfredo Jiménez. This made him eligible for the award, showing his lasting impact.
Special Tributes
There is a special place in Mexico called the "Mausoleum of José Alfredo Jiménez". It is a popular spot for fans to visit. On January 19, 2016, Google celebrated what would have been his 90th birthday with a special Google Doodle. His songs are still loved by many Mexican families around the world.
His Music Albums
José Alfredo Jiménez released several studio albums during his career. Some of them include:
- La Sota De Copas (1970)
- El Cantinero (1971)
- El Rey (1971)
- Gracias (1972)
- 15 Exitos Inolvidables De (1983) — RCA Records
- 12 Exitos De Oro (1988) — RCA Records
- Lo Esencial (2008) — RCA/Lecacy Recordings
His Film Roles
José Alfredo Jiménez also appeared in several movies. He often played a singer or a character related to music.
- Los huéspedes de La Marquesa (1951)
- Here Comes Martin Corona (1952)
- El enamorado (1952)
- Ni pobres ni ricos (1953)
- Los aventureros (1954)
- Tres bribones (1955) - Singer
- Camino de Guanajuato (1955) - José Alfredo Martínez
- Pura Vida (1956) - Himself
- La fiera (1956) - Singer
- La feria de San Marcos (1958)
- Guitarras de medianoche (1958) - José Alfredo
- Ferias de México (1959)
- Mis padres se divorcian (1959) - Singer (uncredited)
- Cada quién su música (1959)
- El hombre del alazán (1959)
- Juana Gallo (1961) - Nabor, the foreman
- Las hijas del Amapolo (1962)
- La Sonrisa de los Pobres (1964)
- Escuela para solteras (1965) - El desesperado
- Audaz y bravero (1965) - Singer
- Me cansé de rogarle (1966)
- Arrullo de Dios (1967)
- El caudillo (1968) - Borrego
- La chamuscada (1971) - Revolutionary
- La loca de los milagros (1975) - (final film role)
Images for kids
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Monument to José Alfredo Jiménez, Dolores Hidalgo, Guanajuato, Mexico.
See also
In Spanish: José Alfredo Jiménez para niños
