Born Manuel José Galván Vilches on Marchâ¯13,â¯1947 in Crevillent, Spain, Manolo Galván launched his music journey at 15 by joining Madrid bands like Sonors and Málagaâs Los Gritos before embarking on a solo career in 1970. His heartfelt balladsâsuch as â¿Por qué te quiero tanto?â (1972), which resonated across Spain and Argentinaâhelped him settle in Buenos Aires by 1981, where he continued crafting emotionally resonant tracks. He released influential albums throughout the 1970s including Mis inquietudes (1972), Te quise, te quiero y te querré (1974), Esperando el amanecer (1977), and Ãmame (1981), blending Spanish pop with Latin romanticism. Frequently invited to festivals like Viña del Mar and collaborative with Argentine vocalist Tormenta, his repertoire expanded with romantic staples including âPoema del alma,â âDeja de llorar,â âTe quise, te quiero y te querré,â âSuspiros de amante,â and âUn caballo azul.â His career spanned more than 40 albums, including later compilations like Alumbra alumbrando (2003) and Clásicos inolvidables: Años 50 (2004). Celebrated for his sincere lyrics and warm melodies, he formally retired in 2006 and passed away on Mayâ¯16,â¯2013 in Bellaâ¯Vista, Argentina, at age 66, leaving behind a legacy of timeless romantic songs cherished across the Spanish-speaking world.
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