Jose Luis Feliciano Vega, better known as Cheo Feliciano (born July 3, 1935… Read Full Bio ↴Jose Luis Feliciano Vega, better known as Cheo Feliciano (born July 3, 1935 in Ponce, Puerto Rico), is a composer and singer of salsa and bolero music.
Feliciano was raised and educated in the city of Ponce, which is located in the southern part of Puerto Rico. As a child, he was nicknamed "Cheo" by his family - a name which means Jose and is a term normally only used by close friends and family. However, the name stuck and became part of his everyday name (using the nickname avoids confusion with Jose Feliciano, another major Puerto Rican singer to whom he is not related). At a young age he was influenced by the bolero music of the "Trio Los Panchos". When he was only eight years old he formed his first group with his friends and named it "El Combo Las Latas". They were so poor that their musical instruments were made out of cans. Cheo attended the Free School of Music in Ponce after finishing his primary education where he studied and became a percussionist.
In 1952, Feliciano moved with his family to New York City and settled down in Spanish Harlem. Here he auditioned as a percussionist in the "Ciro Rimac's Review" band - giving him his first professional musical job. Bandleader Tito Rodriguez, heard Feliciano play and offered him a job in his orchestra; this he accepted but after playing for some time with Tito, he left the band to play the conga for Luis Cruz. Despite leaving he always remained on friendly terms with Tito. Feliciano also played perussionist for "Kako y su Trabuco" orchestra. He was also a roadie for Mon Rivera.
In 1955, Tito Rodriguez found out that Joe Cuba was in need of a singer for his sextet. Aware that Feliciano was also a talented singer, Tito recommended that he try out for the position. Feliciano auditioned and became a vocalist for the Joe Cuba Sextet. He was the rare baritone among salsa singers, and his deep voice and quick wit as an improviser made him a favorite among the Latino public.
On October 5, 1957, Feliciano made his professional singing debut with the song "Perfidia" (he was also married on that same day). He sang for the sextet for a total of 10 years. During those years, he enjoyed successes with the following "hits",:
* "A la Seis" (At Six),
* "Como Ríen" (How They Laughed),
* "El Pito (I'll Never Go Back To Georgia)" and
* "El Ratón" (The Rat), which he composed.
Feliciano was also an anti-war activist during the Viet Nam War era.
In 1967, Cheo joined the Eddie Palmieri Orchestra and sang for them for 2 years. However, an increasing addiction to heroin threatened his life and career. He decided to cure himself "cold turkey" and eventually join Puerto Rico's rehabilitation center, Hogares CREA. He credits Tite Curet Alonso, the author of most of his hits and his best friend, with pushing him through his rehabilitation. As a result, Feliciano is a candid (and vehement) anti-drug spokesperson, who has volunteered to assist in the rehabilitation of fellow salsa artists who fall prey to drug addiction.
In 1972, Feliciano came back to music and made album "Cheo", his first solo recording, which broke all sales records in the Latino music market. The album included:
* "Anacaona" and
* "Mi Triste Problema" (My Sad Problem).
During the 1970s, Feliciano recorded for the "Fania Record Co." and had "Hits" with "Amada Mia" (My Love) and "Juan Albañil". He also participated in the first salsa opera "Hommy".
In 1982, Feliciano formed his own recording company called "Coche Records" and in 1985 he became the first singer of tropical themes to perform at the Amira de la Rosa Theater in Barranquilla, Colombia. In 1987, Feliciano landed the role of Roberto Clementes father in the musical "Clemente".
In 1990, he recorded his first album of boleros title "Los "Feelings" de Cheo". Feliciano traveled and performed in many Latin American countries including Cuba and Venezuela. In Venezuela, he had a reencounter and performed with Eddie Palmieri. In 1995, Feliciano won a Platinum Record Award for "La Combinación Perfecta" (The Perfect Combination).
In 2000, Feliciano recorded "Mil Voces, Mil Recuerdos" (A Thousand Voices, A Thousand Memories) as a tribute to various Puerto Rican singers. The album was named among the 20 outstanding recordings of the year by the National Fundation of the Popular Culture of Puerto Rico. In 2002, Feliciano recorded "Cheo en la Intimidad".
During the years, Cheo Feliciano has received the following recognitions:
* 1975-The Golded Cup-Venezuela,
* 1976-"Most Popular Artist" by Latin New York magazine,
* 1977-Daily News Front Page Award "Best Latin Vocalist",
* 1985-Owl of Gols-Panama, The Silver Chin Award-Miami, A Golden Agueybana Award-Puerto Rico,
* 1983-Honorable Son of Ponce and 1984,
* 1999-A Tribute in his honor from the Puerto Rican Senate.
Cheo Feliciano currently resides in Puerto Rico and continues to record boleros. He is also the anti-drugs spokesperson for the Government of Puerto Rico.
Feliciano was raised and educated in the city of Ponce, which is located in the southern part of Puerto Rico. As a child, he was nicknamed "Cheo" by his family - a name which means Jose and is a term normally only used by close friends and family. However, the name stuck and became part of his everyday name (using the nickname avoids confusion with Jose Feliciano, another major Puerto Rican singer to whom he is not related). At a young age he was influenced by the bolero music of the "Trio Los Panchos". When he was only eight years old he formed his first group with his friends and named it "El Combo Las Latas". They were so poor that their musical instruments were made out of cans. Cheo attended the Free School of Music in Ponce after finishing his primary education where he studied and became a percussionist.
In 1952, Feliciano moved with his family to New York City and settled down in Spanish Harlem. Here he auditioned as a percussionist in the "Ciro Rimac's Review" band - giving him his first professional musical job. Bandleader Tito Rodriguez, heard Feliciano play and offered him a job in his orchestra; this he accepted but after playing for some time with Tito, he left the band to play the conga for Luis Cruz. Despite leaving he always remained on friendly terms with Tito. Feliciano also played perussionist for "Kako y su Trabuco" orchestra. He was also a roadie for Mon Rivera.
In 1955, Tito Rodriguez found out that Joe Cuba was in need of a singer for his sextet. Aware that Feliciano was also a talented singer, Tito recommended that he try out for the position. Feliciano auditioned and became a vocalist for the Joe Cuba Sextet. He was the rare baritone among salsa singers, and his deep voice and quick wit as an improviser made him a favorite among the Latino public.
On October 5, 1957, Feliciano made his professional singing debut with the song "Perfidia" (he was also married on that same day). He sang for the sextet for a total of 10 years. During those years, he enjoyed successes with the following "hits",:
* "A la Seis" (At Six),
* "Como Ríen" (How They Laughed),
* "El Pito (I'll Never Go Back To Georgia)" and
* "El Ratón" (The Rat), which he composed.
Feliciano was also an anti-war activist during the Viet Nam War era.
In 1967, Cheo joined the Eddie Palmieri Orchestra and sang for them for 2 years. However, an increasing addiction to heroin threatened his life and career. He decided to cure himself "cold turkey" and eventually join Puerto Rico's rehabilitation center, Hogares CREA. He credits Tite Curet Alonso, the author of most of his hits and his best friend, with pushing him through his rehabilitation. As a result, Feliciano is a candid (and vehement) anti-drug spokesperson, who has volunteered to assist in the rehabilitation of fellow salsa artists who fall prey to drug addiction.
In 1972, Feliciano came back to music and made album "Cheo", his first solo recording, which broke all sales records in the Latino music market. The album included:
* "Anacaona" and
* "Mi Triste Problema" (My Sad Problem).
During the 1970s, Feliciano recorded for the "Fania Record Co." and had "Hits" with "Amada Mia" (My Love) and "Juan Albañil". He also participated in the first salsa opera "Hommy".
In 1982, Feliciano formed his own recording company called "Coche Records" and in 1985 he became the first singer of tropical themes to perform at the Amira de la Rosa Theater in Barranquilla, Colombia. In 1987, Feliciano landed the role of Roberto Clementes father in the musical "Clemente".
In 1990, he recorded his first album of boleros title "Los "Feelings" de Cheo". Feliciano traveled and performed in many Latin American countries including Cuba and Venezuela. In Venezuela, he had a reencounter and performed with Eddie Palmieri. In 1995, Feliciano won a Platinum Record Award for "La Combinación Perfecta" (The Perfect Combination).
In 2000, Feliciano recorded "Mil Voces, Mil Recuerdos" (A Thousand Voices, A Thousand Memories) as a tribute to various Puerto Rican singers. The album was named among the 20 outstanding recordings of the year by the National Fundation of the Popular Culture of Puerto Rico. In 2002, Feliciano recorded "Cheo en la Intimidad".
During the years, Cheo Feliciano has received the following recognitions:
* 1975-The Golded Cup-Venezuela,
* 1976-"Most Popular Artist" by Latin New York magazine,
* 1977-Daily News Front Page Award "Best Latin Vocalist",
* 1985-Owl of Gols-Panama, The Silver Chin Award-Miami, A Golden Agueybana Award-Puerto Rico,
* 1983-Honorable Son of Ponce and 1984,
* 1999-A Tribute in his honor from the Puerto Rican Senate.
Cheo Feliciano currently resides in Puerto Rico and continues to record boleros. He is also the anti-drugs spokesperson for the Government of Puerto Rico.
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Aleluya de los campos Un soldado a caso regreso Y un niño enfermo se curo Y…
Amada Mia Amada mía Grata sorpresa la que me has dado Yo…
Amiga Amiga, hoy quiero cantar decir te quiero, con un beso inmens…
Ana Caona Anacaona, india de raza cautiva Anacaona, de la región pri…
Anacaona Anacaona, india de raza cautiva Anacaona, de la región prim…
Ansias de amar Ansias de amar De estar cerca, muy cerca de ti Y decirte…
Aprieta Oye como va Me ritmo Bueno pa gozar Mulatta…
Armonioso Cantar Un armonioso canto mi son Un armonioso canto mi son. No me…
Barrunto Barrunto en mi corazón Presentimiento De que pronto llegará …
Cachondea A cuco el bravo me dicen lo dejaron tirao, como efecto…
Canta Cantar es una esperanza que rien el alma cantar es una…
Cantando Cantar es una esperanza que rien el alma cantar es una…
Castillos De Arena Por amor he querido vivir así Regalando un poco de mí…
Comerciante del amor Tu piel no tiene el aroma y la fragancia de un…
Como Rien Como ríen, Todos enamorados Alegres y encantados. Mmm. Como…
Contigo en la Distancia No existe un momento del dia En que pueda apartarme de…
Cualquier Cosa Cuantas cosas le vas a decir, Cuantas cosas tu puedes querer…
Cuento Numero Uno Mi amigo no se preocupe que despues del huracan sale…
Delirio Si pudiera expresarte como es de inmenso en el fondo de mi…
Desconfianza Ahora que dices, te pregunto ¿No es esto amor? Di la verdad …
Dichoso Te quiero, te quiero tanto y tanto Si supieras mi bien…
El Pito Oye!, y ese pito? (Así se goza) Así es que la rumba…
El Ratón Mi gato se esta quejando Que no puede vacilar Si donde quier…
Enfriamiento Pasional Renunciamiento que llegó Tras la final desilusión Enfriamien…
Estampa Marina Entre la mucha gente playera Los ve partir hacia el mar…
Esto Es El Guaguanco Para mí el guaguancó es una alborada Es la tristeza que…
Experto en Tí Te conozco, de sur a norte, de norte a sur he…
Franqueza Cruel Si acaso, hoy no te importo nada si acaso, tu amor…
Guaguanco Te Dedico Cuando comenzó ¿Quién lo bautizó? Con el viejo nombre De alt…
Hacerte Venir Si yo pudiera llevarte a ocultas donde voy y regalarte toda…
Half Crazy No I haven't slept a wink at all since you've…
Incomparable En tu vida no has de decir que que contigo, yo…
Inolvidable En la vida hay amores Que nunca pueden olvidarse Imborra…
Juan Albañil (Bueno familia esto es una historia verdadera, y viene suced…
Juguete Sé que has tenido en tu vida la mar de aventuras sé…
La Lapa Ay, mi madre, qué lío me he buscado Si... Esto, esto está…
Lamento Guajiro Sereno, va mi lamento guajiro Buscando el amor perdido Canto…
Los Entierros Familia! los entierros de mi gente pobre son un verdadero …
Mano Caliente Antero mano caliente poderoso bongocero daba ritmo al barrio…
Mapeye I Para todos los que gustan música con expresión traigo la c…
Me Fascina Esa Mujer Puede ser la noche clara ese brillo en su mirada ese algo…
Me La Gozo Entera Oye esta navidad si que vamos a gozar, Ave María…
Mi Problema Vivir a tu lado Con el pensamiento fuera de lugar Seguir ang…
Nabori Bendito Tite que trabajo, que molienda! Nabori, en donde …
No Vuelvo Mas No vuelvo mas′ no vuelvo mas' no vuelvo mas′. No vuelvo…
Nuestras Vidas Nuestras vidas puduierón ser algo Pero no son nada Se han pe…
Oye Como Va Oye como va Me ritmo Bueno pa gozar Mulatta…
Pa la gente panameña Anda Panamá que esto es pa ti Hoy de corazón cantando…
Pa Que Afinquen (Pa' que afinquen) (Yo le canto un son) (Pa' que afinquen) …
Periodico de Siempre Motivado por la alarma molestosa de un reloj, se levanta un…
Pienso En Ti Desde ayer pienso en ti quiero soñar, amor que gran error de…
Quédate Este Bolero Debió ser que te esperaba tanto que no supe desojarte el…
Quisiera Yo Tener Quisiera yo tener Un verdadero amor Que sepa comprender Mi s…
Sali Por Que Sali alara lala lala alara lala lala Otra vez sin decir nada…
Sali Porque Sali alara lala lala alara lala lala Otra vez sin decir nada…
Salome Salomé, ay que tiempo feliz donde quieras que tu vivas co…
Salsaludando Bueno Venezuela, y esto es para ti especialmente. Soy el …
Si me dejaras amarte Sí me dejaras amarte, Sí me dejaras amarte. Pero nena, abre…
Si Por Mi Llueve Esperando que pare de llover para tirarme a la calle porqu…
Si Te Dicen Si te dicen que lloro por ti Es mentira Si te dicen…
Siempre De Ti De ti siempre de ti Solo a desire la llama fiel…
Sobre Una Tumba Humilde Bueno esta probado mi gente Que la riqueza del pobre Es el…
Son al Son Era ya la madrugada cuando se escuchó una voz desde el fondo…
Sonero de bailadores (Pete Rodríguez). Dios lo creo y se juntaron soneros y tumb…
Tiempo Muerto Por Angel Barandica. Hay Bendito. Se acabo la zafra y otra v…
Todo Tiene Su Final Todo tiene su final,nada dura para siempre, Tenemos que re…
Trizas "Muchacho lo que es la vida uno se entrega entero y te…
Yesterday Yesterday, All my troubles seemed so far away, Now it…
Yo no soy un angel Yo no soy un angel no soy un villano solo soy un…
Yo Soy un Ángel Yo no soy un angel no soy un villano solo soy un…
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