| Enrique Iglesias. |
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| Enrique Iglesias was born in May 8, 1975. Son of the Latin icon Julio Iglesias and the former fashion model Isabel Preysler, he grew up in the bosom of a family surrounded by the "glamour" of show business. After moving to Miami, FL, Enrique started getting involved with the American pop culture, becoming bilingual while learning English. |
| Focused on becoming a professional in the business field, he began attending classes at the University of Miami. However, his passion for music became stronger and led him to sign a record deal, making his debut in 1995 with a full-lenght album and soon achieving a Grammy Award for Best Latin Artist. In 1997 "Vivir" turned into his breakthrough in the Hispanic market. In 1999 and after recording "Cosas de Amor", carried out his second world tour and have his song "Bailamos" featured on the "Wild Wild West" movie soundtrack, Enrique Iglesias was ready to take his first step in the crossover scene. |
| After his first English-language release, the singer/composer started climbing on music charts in the U.S. and Europe with songs such as "The Rhythm Divine" and "Be With You". In 2001 his song "Hero" captivated an entire country after the terrorist attacks in New York and Washington DC. That same song is featured in the movie "Once Upon A Time In Mexico", in which Enrique had the chance to play a role, performing along with Antonio Banderas and Mickey Rourke. It is also the first single out of "Escape", a well-produced and successful record. In 2002 the popular Latin pop singer goes back to his roots with "Quizás", a blend of romantic songs supported by modern sounds and followed by "7" in 2003. In April, 2007 "Do You Know (The Ping Pong Song)" becomes the first single out of his album "Insomniac". |
| By Drago Bonacich. |
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