Comenzó interpretando temas con mariachi y música tradicional mexicana. Últimamente canta también música pop.
Alejandro Fernández (born April 24, 1971) is a popular Latin Grammy-winning Mexican singer nicknamed as "El Potrillo" ("The Little Colt") by the media and his fans. ] Alejandro originally specialized in traditional, earthy forms of Mexican folk and country music, such as mariachi and ranchera. However, his more recent work has focused on mainstream pop music. He is the son of Vicente Fernández, also a popular Mexican country singer. His nickname "El Potrillo" (The Little Colt) was given to him by the media and his fans because of his being the son of Vicente, who is considered the most popular charro in Mexico.
Career
Born in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, he trained as an architect but turned to singing in 1991, encouraged by his father. A year later, he released his first album, titled Alejandro Fernandez. Since then, he has recorded 18 albums and sold a reported 15 million records, working with producers such as Emilio Estefan, Jr. and Kike Santander. His first public appearance was in 1976, when his father presented him on one of his shows, he was meant to perform the song "Alejandra". In the middle of the song he forgot the lyrics, started crying and suffered a panic attack, but then, his father got on stage and helped him singing along the song, making it a very touching moment between Alejandro and his father.
In 1992, Alejandro Fernández released his debut, self-titled album, launching one of the most prolific, successful and memorable careers in Latin music. Since then, the son of legendary ranchera singer Vicente Fernández has done what few progeny of famous parents have ever been able to achieve: He’s followed in his father’s footsteps, but at the same time, he’s carved out his own, separate path, thanks to his skilled vocals and an unparalleled stage presence. Fernández also has portrayed the lead role in zapata: El sueño del héroe, a 2004 movie about the Mexican revolutionary hero Emiliano Zapata by filmmaker Alfonso Arau, which proved to be one of the greatest disappointments in the Nuevo Cine Mexicano era, spending 7 million dollars in production and publicity but faring poorly at the box office.
While most Latin acts talk about crossovers from Spanish to English, Alejandro is one of only a handful of artists that have managed to become a superstar by crossing over from the world of traditional ranchera music to the world of pop. That duality began in 1997 with Me Estoy Enamorando, a collaboration with producer Emilio Estefan that sold 3 million copies worldwide and established Alejandro as an international star. In 1998, Alejandro performed along with the operatic tenor Placido Domingo and the French singer Patricia Kaas in Christmas in Vienna VI.
In 2004, A Corazón Abierto reunites Alejandro with Grammy-winning producer and songwriter Kike Santander, who penned his greatest hits from "Me Estoy Enamorando". But it also finds him singing the songs of a bold new generation of songwriters, including Gian Marco, Leonel García (one half of pop duo Sin Bandera), Reyli Barba (former member of pop band Elefante) and Mexican group Tres De Copas.
"A Corazón Abierto" is about love, but it’s hardly a staid album. Quite the opposite. Under the guidance of producers Kike Santander and Aureo Baqueiro, the sound of this record is taken beyond the traditional and is an album rich in instrumentation—rippling guitars, flowing strings and mariachi lines—that treads on folk, rock and ranchera elements with organic ease and conviction. The superb emotional and musical interpretations are the clincher. At times exuberant, "A Corazón Abierto" can also be an album of subtle understatement, unafraid to bare the singer in every sense of the word.
"Romanticism is something that will never die", says Alejandro Fernández, explaining his choice of songs on "A Corazón Abierto", his breakthrough recording about lost love, love that is never forgotten and the capacity to always love again. "I’m super, ultra passionate. We’re releasing an album that’s an x-ray of myself. That’s why it’s titled "A Corazón Abierto". It was something very honest. Not naked, but something deeper than that".
In 2005, Alejandro launches México - Madrid: En Directo Y Sin Escalas (in English: Mexico - Madrid: Nonstop). Featuring 13 tracks including one new song, this album is Fernández at his best - live and in concert! "Produced by Aureo Baquiero and filmed in front of a live audience at Spain’s Palacio de Congresos IFEMA, the production features Fernández performing some of his biggest hits accompanied by a 28-piece orchestra and some of Spain’s most important voices on three of the songs: Amaia from La Oreja de Van Gogh joins him on "Me dediqué a perderte"; Malú duets with him on "Contigo aprendí", and with flamenco star Diego El Cigala perform a moving version of "Como quien pierde una estrella", accompanied on cajon by famed Flamenco guitarist Niño Josele. That same year, Alejandro was chosen to sing along with the tenors Jose Carreras and Placido Domingo in a special concerto celebrating the opening of the "Forum Internacional de las Culturas" in Monterrey. Alejandro's performance was praised by the audience. He also recorded a duet song with the tenor Mario Frangoulis called "Hay Más" from the album Follow Your Heart.
In 2007, launches Viento A Favor features tunes written by Leonel García and Noel Schajris (better known as emotive Latin-pop duo Sin Bandera) and Mexican singer Reyli Barba. They're all taken to wuthering heights by Fernandez's stellar vocal range, which goes from hushed whispers to booming intensity. First single "Te Voy A Perder" is an epic romance, and "Amor Gitano", a duet with performer Beyoncé Knowles. Closing tune "Cuando Estamos Juntos" is another surprise, an acoustic-flavored ode to simple joy.
He has five children, (Alejandro, Jr. and the twins, América and Camila) with his ex-wife, Mexican América Guinart, and two (Emiliano and Valentina) with his now ex-girlfriend, Colombian model Ximena Díaz.
Discography
1992: Alejandro Fernandez
1993: Piel De Niña
1994: Grandes Exitos A La Manera De Alejandro Fernandez
1995: Que Seas Muy Feliz
1996: Muy Dentro de Mi Corazón
1997: Me Estoy Enamorando
1999: Mi Verdad
1999: Christmas in Vienna VI (Plácido Domingo, Patricia Kaas and Alejandro Fernández)
2000: entre tus brazos
2001: Orígenes
2002: Un Canto De México
2003: Niña Amada Mía
2003: En Vivo: Juntos Por Ultima Vez
2004: zapata: El sueño del héroe (Soundtrack)
2004: A Corazón Abierto
2005: México - Madrid: En Directo Y Sin Escalas
2007: Viento A Favor
2007: 15 Años De Éxitos
Website :www.alejandrofernandez.com
Unas Nalgadas
Alejandro Fernández Lyrics
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no los vaya a lastimar con los cuernos
Unas nalgadas con pencas de nopal
es lo que ocupas por falsa y traicionera
como te amaba que bruto que animal
como fui a dar mi amor a la ligera
una lección es la que te mereces
me hiciste daño
se que me hiciste mal
sacaste el cobre y los negros intereses
Vas a sufrir, vas a llorar
tal vez no extrañes ni me besos
pero vas a extrañar mis pesos
(Poquitos, pero no me los dio mi apá me los gane solito)
báilele, báilele
Unos rasguños con espina de maguey
hoy se me antoja jugar gato en tus cachetes
me hacías cajito y luego me 'hicites' guey
ya te veré empeñando los aretes
Un gargarismo con tachuelas y aguarrás
hoy voy a echarme pa' borrarme ya tus besos
estoy contento porque se que hoy que te vas
también me iré también por ahí tras otros huesos
Vas a sufrir, vas a llorar
tal vez no extrañes ni me besos
pero vas a extrañar mis pesos
Vas a sufrir, vas a llorar
tal vez no extrañes ni me besos
pero vas a extrañar mis pesos
Se vale, sobar
The lyrics to Alejandro Fernández's song "Unas Nalgadas" depict a man who has been betrayed by someone he loved deeply. He sings about the pain and hurt he feels, and the desire for revenge. He is tempted to physically hurt his former lover by spanking her with nopales (cactus paddles), scratching her with maguey thorns, and giving her a mouthwash with tacks and turpentine. He believes that she deserves these punishments because she was false and treacherous, and only interested in his money. He warns her that she will suffer and cry when he is gone, and although she may not miss his kisses, she will miss his money.
The song is a testament to the enduring popularity of the ranchera genre, which originated in Mexico in the 19th century. It is characterized by its use of confessional lyrics, accompanied by a unique blend of instruments including the guitarrón, vihuela, and trumpet. Ranchera singers are known for their powerful voices, and the emotional intensity they bring to their performances. Alejandro Fernández is one of the most successful contemporary ranchera singers, with a career spanning over three decades.
Line by Line Meaning
Permiso, permiso, permiso
no los vaya a lastimar con los cuernos
Asking for permission beforehand to not hurt someone with his sharp words
Unas nalgadas con pencas de nopal
es lo que ocupas por falsa y traicionera
como te amaba que bruto que animal
como fui a dar mi amor a la ligera
A punishment of spanking with prickly pear paddles is what you deserve for being unfaithful and deceitful. He regrets falling in love with someone so cruel.
Unas nalgadas con pencas de nopal
una lección es la que te mereces
me hiciste daño
se que me hiciste mal
sacaste el cobre y los negros intereses
You deserve a lesson of spanking with prickly pear paddles for hurting him out of your own malicious intentions.
Vas a sufrir, vas a llorar
tal vez no extrañes ni me besos
pero vas a extrañar mis pesos
(Poquitos, pero no me los dio mi apá me los gane solito)
You will suffer and cry, maybe not miss his kisses, but will miss his financial support.
báilele, báilele
Dance to the tune of your punishment.
Unos rasguños con espina de maguey
hoy se me antoja jugar gato en tus cachetes
me hacías cajito y luego me 'hicites' guey
ya te veré empeñando los aretes
Scratching your cheeks with maguey spines is his new way of playful revenge. He used to make you his little cat, but now he sees you selling your jewelry in a pawn shop.
Un gargarismo con tachuelas y aguarrás
hoy voy a echarme pa' borrarme ya tus besos
estoy contento porque se que hoy que te vas
también me iré también por ahí tras otros huesos
Gargling with tacks and paint thinner is how he plans to erase the memory of your kisses. He's happy you're leaving because now he can also go find new love interests.
Vas a sufrir, vas a llorar
tal vez no extrañes ni me besos
pero vas a extrañar mis pesos
You will suffer and cry, maybe not miss his kisses, but will miss his financial support.
Vas a sufrir, vas a llorar
tal vez no extrañes ni me besos
pero vas a extrañar mis pesos
You will suffer and cry, maybe not miss his kisses, but will miss his financial support.
Se vale, sobar
It's allowed to rub yourself, implying that the punishment will be painful.
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@mireyamondaca7883
Y vivan los Fernández los mejores de México, grande Alejandro Fernández
@soniamendez2880
Alejandro sabe transmitir cada canción con todo su ser. El nació para Lo que hace con amor, profesionalismo y el alma de hierro que dice Su hija Camila en la Canción:"El niño más Grande". Desde Colombia con muchísimo Amor y Respeto para tremenda "Leyenda de Dinastía". &/&/&/&/&/&/&/&/
@mariadelvallecampin1903
Alejandro Fernández Cantante Espectacular México Impresionante
@carmengf5623
Insuperable, como cantante, artista y más guapo no existe,, ni con los años, un abrazo de una española, 🌹🌹👏👏👏👌
@ignaciodelatorre9103
Gracias por todo el apoyo y sus grandes Canciones Sr Alejandro Fernández Abarca y familia y amigos Dios los llene de bendiciones saludos desde Poncitlán jalisco México
@fannycruz4666
Esa canción es muy chévere me encanta y tus gestos 😁🙌😇💗
@janinemeira
Alejandro es el mejor cantante del mundo ,pena que aún no vaio hacer un show aquí en el Brasil,más nosotros lo amamos,Besos para todos Mexicanos,VIVA MEXICO,Amo el Mexico.Janine Meira - Brasil
@24MiiCa
Alejandro Es Un Excelente Cantante Y Mexico Un Hermosisimo Pais...Saludos Desde Colombiaaa.!
@cenithmurgas2769
El pueblo de México y nuestro país Colombia te amamos
@sollezama6129
una canción muy pícara. Y con el encanto de Alejandro 😍😍😍