José Alfredo Jiménez

José Alfredo Jiménez Sandoval (Spanish pronunciation: [xoˈse alˈfɾeðo xiˈmenes]; 19 January 1926 – 23 November 1973) was a Mexican singer-songwriter, whose songs are regarded the basis of modern regional Mexican music and rancheras. During his lifetime, he wrote over a thousand songs, which have been covered by various artists.

José Alfredo Jiménez
Altar dedicated to Jiménez
Background information
Birth nameJosé Alfredo Jiménez Sandoval
Also known as"El Rey"
Born(1926-01-19)19 January 1926
Dolores Hidalgo, Guanajuato, Mexico
Died23 November 1973(1973-11-23) (aged 47)
Mexico City, Mexico
Genres
  • Regional Mexican
  • Canción ranchera
  • Corrido
  • Mariachi
Occupation(s)
  • Musician
  • songwriter
Instrument(s)Vocals
Years active1946–1973
LabelsRCA
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