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Alejandro Sanz

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Age57 yearsbirthday in December
Born inMadrid, Comunidad de MadridSpain
Active since198838 years active
Country of originSpain

Biography

Alejandro Sanz, born on December 18, 1968, in Madrid, Spain, is a renowned Spanish singer, songwriter, and guitarist, internationally recognized for his music and ability to create songs that connect with global audiences, establishing himself as one of the most influential figures in Spanish-language music and as one of the most successful artists of his generation. Throughout his career, he has fused flamenco with genres such as pop and rock, establishing himself as one of the most influential figures in Spanish-language music and demonstrating his ability to create innovative music while maintaining his authenticity. Sanz began his musical career in 1989 with the album "Los Chulos Son Pa' Cuidarlos", establishing the foundation for his future success and demonstrating his ability to create meaningful music while maintaining his authenticity. However, it was with "Viviendo Deprisa" (1991) that he achieved notoriety in Spain, consolidating his recognition in the music industry and his impact on contemporary music. His international consecration came with "Más" (1997), which includes hits such as "Corazón Partío" and "Amiga Mía", consolidating his global success and cultural impact. This album sold more than two million copies in Spain, becoming the best-selling album in the country's history, consolidating his international recognition and impact on contemporary music. Throughout his career, he has released several successful albums, including "El Alma al Aire" (2000), "No Es lo Mismo" (2003), "Paraíso Express" (2009), and "Sirope" (2015), consolidating his continued success and ability to create meaningful music while maintaining commercial success. His most recent work, "¿Y ahora qué +?", was released on November 21, 2025, marking his return after four years without releasing new music, consolidating his recognition in the music industry and his impact on contemporary music. Sanz has collaborated with numerous international artists, highlighting his participation in "La Tortura" with Shakira in 2005, and "Looking for Paradise" with Alicia Keys in 2009, consolidating his global success and cultural impact. More recently, he has worked with artists such as Manuel Turizo and Grupo Frontera on his EP "¿Y ahora qué?", consolidating his international recognition and impact on contemporary music. Throughout his career, Alejandro Sanz has been awarded 24 Latin Grammy Awards and 4 Grammy Awards, establishing himself as one of the most awarded artists in Spanish-language music and as a cultural figure of great relevance worldwide. In 2025, Sanz announced his world tour "¿Y ahora qué?", which included dates in Mexico and Spain, consolidating his continued success and ability to explore new projects while maintaining his authenticity. The tour of Spain began on June 6, 2026, in Seville and concluded on July 24 in Fuengirola, passing through cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia, consolidating his recognition in the music industry and his impact on contemporary music. Sanz has been married twice and has four children, consolidating his international recognition and impact on contemporary music. In 2020, he participated in the opening ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics, performing John Lennon's "Imagine" alongside other international artists, consolidating his global success and cultural impact. Alejandro Sanz has been recognized for his ability to create music that connects with global audiences and for maintaining a close relationship with his fans, consolidating his recognition in the music industry and his impact on contemporary music. His influence transcends music, establishing himself as a cultural figure of great relevance worldwide and as one of the most successful artists of his generation. Alejandro Sanz continues to be a central figure in Spanish-language music, maintaining a deep connection with his audience through his talent and authenticity, exploring new projects and collaborations that expand the boundaries of Latin music and music in general, establishing himself as one of the most successful artists of his generation, with a career that has demonstrated his ability to evolve and remain relevant in the music industry while using his platform to create a positive impact on the world.

Official site · www.alejandrosanz.com

Main genre

LATIN

Main subgenres

latin popacoustic popbolero

Profile

Date of birth
December 18, 1968
City of birth
Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid
Country of birth
Spain
1968Born
1988Debut
1998First recorded concert
2026Today

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Awards & Nominations

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14Nominations
50%Win rate
7 wins out of 14 nominations3 different ceremonies
Latin Grammy2025
Album of the Year
Won
Billboard Latin2024
Lifetime Achievement Award
Won
Billboard Latin2010
Hot Latin Song of the Year, Vocal Event
Won
14 of 14 recognitions
20261 nominations
Billboard LatinNominated
Latin Pop Song of the Year
El Vino de Tu Boca
20241 win · 1 nom.
Billboard LatinWon
Lifetime Achievement Award

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