2024-01-24 18:01:41
Original source with all the details in ‘And what is he like?’ by José Luis Perales, he did not dedicate it to his daughter, but to this woman!
A well-kept secret of José Luis Perales comes to light. (Screenshot © Telefe Rosario – YouTube)
The iconic song And what is he like?by José Luis Perales, which became an anthem of the 80s, has been the subject of mystery and speculation for decades regarding its true meaning and, above all, who it was directed to.
After 40 years of having created it, the singer-songwriter himself has revealed the truth behind this famous composition in a series of recent interviews.
The song has endured in the collective memory and has been performed countless times over the years. Despite its popularity, the story behind this iconic track has been shrouded in mystery and speculation since its release.
One of those who made a romantic and salsa version popular was Marc Anthony, who also stands out in a duet with the original author of the famous song.
Recently, José Luis Perales has shared revealing details about the true inspiration behind And what is he like?. Contrary to what has long been believed, the song was not dedicated to his daughter María de Jesús or to an ex-wife, as had been speculated. The singer-songwriter has explained that this successful song was actually commissioned by another renowned Spanish singer, Julio Iglesias.
Iglesias, at a time in his life when he was divorcing his wife Isabel Preysler, asked José Luis Perales to write a song inspired by his personal situation. The single was designed specifically to reflect the musician’s feelings towards his ex-partner and her new marriage to the Marquis of Griñón.
Although the song was initially written for the Spaniard to perform, the record company decided that José Luis Perales would be the one to sing it. When asked if he would play her, his wife at the time suggested that Julio Iglesias do it, to which Perales responded yes. However, the record company finally opted for the song to remain in the hands of José Luis himself.
The “Tailor” of songs
José Luis Perales has earned the reputation of being a “tailor” of custom songs, capable of composing songs that perfectly fit the personality and life of the artists he works for. ¿And what is he like? is not the only song that Perales has created for another artist, as he has also contributed to hits like sailor of lights by Isabel Pantoja and Because you are leaving by Jeanette.
Original source and more details in PERIÓDICO CUBANO
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