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Andrés do Barro

1947 – 1989

Spanish musician

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About Andrés do Barro

Lived 1947 – 1989 (aged 42). Andrés do Barro was a Spanish singer-songwriter.

Andrés Lapique do Barro, known as Andres do Barro (1 October 1947 – 22 December 1989), was a Galician singer-songwriter. He is the only singer who has reached number 1 in Spain with a song written in Galician.

Biography Andrés do Barro was born in Ferrol, A Coruña, into a family linked to the Spanish Navy, but he chose to devote himself to music. He was the son of a colonel in the Quartermaster's Office of the Navy and studied in the Merchant Navy, which he did not finish.

He composed by ear, with his guitar. He was enthusiastic in his desire to tell simple stories of his land. At the time, in the midst of Franco's dictatorship, he was supported by Pilar Franco, the dictator's sister, and Juan Pardo, his producer, which explains why he was allowed to sing in Galician.

He was one of the first singers to use Galician as a means of expression during the Franco regime. He is the author of hits such as "O tren" (Camilo Sesto participated in the choirs) ¡Pum! (LP 1971) Andrés Do Barro (LP 1974)

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Andrés do Barro?

Spanish musician

When was Andrés do Barro born?

Andrés do Barro was born on 1 October 1947 in Ferrol.

When did Andrés do Barro die?

Andrés do Barro died on 22 December 1989 in Madrid.

What was Andrés do Barro's occupation?

Andrés do Barro was a singer-songwriter.

What nationality was Andrés do Barro?

Andrés do Barro was Spanish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Andrés do Barro

· Wikidata: Q3329883

· DBpedia: Andrés do Barro

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