Javier Solís was born Gabriel Siria Levario.[2] Being of humble origins, Siria had to drop out of school during his teens to support his family. In his spare time, he trained as an amateur boxer, with aspirations of going professional, but after suffering a few defeats, he was prevailed upon to work at something 'more decent'.
Siria began singing in competitions, in which the winner would be awarded a new pair of shoes; he was eventually banned from participating because he dominated the competition. At that time he was working as a butcher, and sang while he worked. His boss heard him and was so impressed with his talent that he urged Siria to dedicate himself to his music and recommended him to a voice coach. To his family's relief, he hung up his boxing gloves and began a singing career.
[edit] Singing break
At age 16, Siria went to Puebla to sing with the Mariachi Metepec, but he didn't get his first professional break until two years later, when Julito Rodriguez and Alfredo Gil of the famous singing trio, 'Los Panchos', discovered him, and took him to audition at CBS Records. There, in 1950, he signed a contract and recorded his first album. His first hit, Lloraras, came two years later, and it was his then-producer Felipe Valdes Leal that gave Siria his stage name, Javier Solís.
Solís began to receive international acclaim in 1957, when he began appearing in the U.S., Central and South America. He was among the first to sing in the new style now known as 'Bolero-Ranchera'. He sang boleros typically associated with trio music, but now were accompanied by mariachis. Solís was a versatile interpreter; he sang not just boleros, but rancheras, the danzón, waltzes and even tangos such as En Esta Tarde Gris(In This Grey Afternoon).
[edit] Acting career
Solís began his acting career in 1959, and appeared in more than 20 films, working with such artists as Pedro Armendáriz, María Victoria, Antonio Aguilar and Lola Beltrán. His last picture, Juan Pistolas, was finished in 1965. During his lifetime, he was considered a better singer than actor by his public, who rated him alongside such accomplished artists as Jorge Negrete, Aguilar and Pedro Infante.
[edit] Final Years
Great things were expected from him after the death of Pedro Infante in an air accident in the late 1950's. Alas, he died young. Solís passed at age 33, a victim of complications from gall bladder surgery. At that time, his doctors had refused him water, and his last words concerned his family and his terrible thirst, "They will have to shower my grave with lots of water. I know that I'm going to die; there is no cure"
Javier Solís was a prolific artist and left an extensive discography. Most of his albums are still in print, allowing the listener to enjoy a voice like no other.
Gracias
Javier Solis Lyrics
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Por mirarme, por hablarme.
Gracias, por haberte amado tanto, por tu risa y por tu llanto
Y por todas tus palabras de amor.
Tengo que darte las gracias por estar cerca de mí
Y por las miles de cosas que yo siento junto a ti.
Gracias, por haberte conocido, porque nunca me has mentido
Tengo que darte las gracias por estar cerca de mí
Y por las miles de cosas que yo siento junto a ti.
Gracias, por haberte conocido, porque nunca me has mentido
Por quererme, por besarme, por hacerme tan feliz.
The lyrics to "Gracias" by Javier Solis express gratitude for a person who has brought love and happiness into the singer's life. The first verse thanks the person for their smile, their attention, and their love - both the happy moments and the tears. The second verse repeats the thanks for being by the singer's side and for all the positive emotions they bring. The chorus emphasizes the singer's appreciation for the person never lying, always wanting what's best for them, and bringing them so much joy.
The song portrays a deep sense of appreciation and love for someone in the singer's life. The repeated use of "gracias" emphasizes that this gratitude is ongoing and eternal. The contrast between the joyful moments and tears in the first verse shows that the singer values the relationship even during difficult times. The song also emphasizes the idea of trust and honesty, as the singer never doubts or questions the other person's intentions.
Line by Line Meaning
Gracias por haberte conocido, por haberme sonreído
I am grateful for having met you and for the smiles you gave me.
Por mirarme, por hablarme.
Thank you for looking at me and talking to me.
Gracias, por haberte amado tanto, por tu risa y por tu llanto
I appreciate the love you gave me, with its ups and downs, and the joy and tears you shared with me.
Y por todas tus palabras de amor.
Also for all the words of love you spoke to me.
Tengo que darte las gracias por estar cerca de mí
I must thank you for being close to me, always.
Y por las miles de cosas que yo siento junto a ti.
And for how you make me feel, with the thousands of things we share.
Porque nunca me has mentido
You never lied to me.
Porque siempre me has querido amor.
You always loved me, my dear.
Por quererme, por besarme, por hacerme tan feliz.
For wanting me, kissing me, and for making me so happy.
Contributed by Callie W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Gracias por haberte conocido, por haberme sonreído
Por mirarme, por hablarme.
Gracias, por haberte amado tanto, por tu risa y por tu llanto
Y por todas tus palabras de amor.
Tengo que darte las gracias por estar cerca de mí
Y por las miles de cosas que yo siento junto a ti.
Gracias, por haberte conocido, porque nunca me has mentido
Porque siempre me has querido amor.
Tengo que darte las gracias por estar cerca de mí
Y por las miles de cosas que yo siento junto a ti.
Gracias, por haberte conocido, porque nunca me has mentido
Por quererme, por besarme, por hacerme tan feliz.
Yolanda c de Lopez
LA VOZ MÁS BELLA QUE HA DADO El MUNDO ENTERO. MI JAVIER SOLÍS 👏👏👏👏🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼😢😢😢😢🇨🇴
Silvia Carrillo
Gracias Javier Solis por representar a México
Fabio Santiago
La mejor voz de México y de toda Latinoamérica.de todos los tiempos Así es .
Bertha Hernandez
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Balby M
Gracias Javier x tus canciones y talento que tenías para cantar y transmitir este cantante era de otro nivel no como los de hoy.
Santiago Cossio
Los de hoy son muy limitados en calidad interpretativa
Exito Libertad Financiera PNL Con Maria de Lourdes
Mi padre acaba de fallecer el es el de la vihuela de esta canción para mi es un honor se su hija.
Creo que la armonía es lo que le da el alma la vestidura a los interpretes de la musica y todo hace un conjunto de vibraciones y frecuencias que llegan al corazón porque sus talentos los unen con mucho amor y armonía. Bendiciones a todos. ❤🙏❤
Martin Rios Rosas
Para gran cancion todo se compagina. Autor interprete, arreglista musicos, estudios de sonido . que dios bendiga a tu papá , y lo tenga en su santa gloria.
Jose Luis Alvarado
Es ese el mariachi Los Mensajeros?
Francisco León Gutiérrez
Ésta canción motiva mi vida TERRENAL SALUDABLE PERSONAL Y FAMILIAR. DÍOS LOS ACOMPAÑE Y PROTEJA SIEMPRE SALUDOS PARA TODOS