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Willy Chirino

Active

1970s - 2010s

Born

April 5, 1947 in Consolación del Sur, Pinar del Río Province, Cuba

Genre

Latin

Styles

Salsa Latin Pop Tropical

Also Known As

Wilfredo José Chirino
Willie Chirino
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Willy Chirino

Biography by Craig Harris

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Cuba-born but Florida-based vocalist and bandleader who christened the Miami Sound in salsa music during the 1970s and '80s.
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Album Highlights

  • Acuarela del Caribe
    Willy Chirino
    Acuarela del Caribe
  • Son del Alma
    Willy Chirino
    Son del Alma
  • Oro Salsero
    Willy Chirino
    Oro Salsero
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Artists Moods

  • Boisterous
  • Joyous
  • Confident
  • Energetic
  • Freewheeling
  • Fun
  • Stylish
  • Amiable/Good-Natured
  • Carefree
  • Celebratory
  • Exuberant
  • Lively
  • Provocative
  • Rousing
  • Passionate
  • Playful
  • Summery

Artists Themes

  • Partying
  • Hanging Out
  • Road Trip
  • Celebration
  • Summer
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