Raul Malo
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Biography
Raúl Francisco MartÃnezâMalo Jr., born 7â¯Augustâ¯1965 in Miami, Florida, was an American country singer, songwriter, and guitarist whose career spanned more than two decades. Growing up in a bilingual household, he began performing locally as a teenager, developing a powerful, expressive vocal style influenced by country, soul, and Latin music. He was both the lead singer and songwriter of the country music band The Mavericks, co-writing many of their tracks since 1989. After the disbanding of the Mavericks in the early 2000s, Malo pursued a solo career. His breakthrough came with the 2001 album Today, which establishing him as a rising talent. Malo continued to build his discography with the albums You're Only Lonely (2006), Lucky One (2009), Sinners & Saints (2010), and After Hours (2007), each receiving critical acclaim for its blend of traditional country and contemporary storytelling. In 2012 he released Around the World, a concept record that highlighted his international touring schedule. His last studio work, Say Less, dropped on 19â¯Mayâ¯2023 and included collaborations with several country veterans, solidifying his influence in the genre. Raúl Francisco MartÃnezâMalo Jr. passed away on 8â¯Decemberâ¯2025 in Nashville, Tennessee, leaving behind a legacy of chartâsuccessful singles, award nominations, and a respected presence in American country music.
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Albums
Top Tracks
- Track Popularity
- Every Little Thing About You
- Your Song featuring Raul Malo
- Virgen de Guadalupe by Raul Malo
- Superstar
- La Vie En Rose (Live)
- Besame Mucho
- A Man Without Love (Live)
- Guantanamera (Live)
- Around The World (Live)
- Dance The Night Away
- Something Stupid featuring Trisha Yearwood
- Sombras
- Your Song by Raul Malo
- San Antonio Baby
- Night Life
- It Only Hurts Me When I Cry
- Husbands And Wives
- My Sweet Lord (with The Band of Heathens)
- Take These Chains From My Heart
- Crying Time
- Pocket Of A Clown
- You Can Depend On Me
- Cold, Cold Heart
- Welcome To My World
