Sandro nickname(s):
Sandro, Sandro de América, Gitano
Sandro date of birth:
August 19, 1945
How old was Sandro when died?
64
Where was Sandro born?
Parque Patricios, BA
When did Sandro die?
January 4, 2010
Where did Sandro die?
Mendoza, MDZ
Is Sandro gay or straight?
Straight
What is Sandro nationality?
Argentinean
What is Sandro's occupation?
Musician, actor, singer
What genre is Sandro's work?
Rock and roll, Latin pop
What instruments does Sandro play?
Vocals, guitar, piano
Short Biography
Roberto Sánchez-Ocampo (August 19, 1945 – January 4, 2010), better known by his artist names Sandro/Sandro de América ("Sandro of America"), Gitano (gypsy), and the Argentine Elvis, was a notable Argentine singer and actor. He is considered one of the first rock artists to sing in Spanish in Latin America. He edited 52 official records and sold 8 million copies although other sources state that he sold over 22 million. Some of his most successful songs are Dame fuego, Rosa, Rosa, Quiero llenarme de ti, Penumbras, Porque yo te amo, Así, Mi amigo el Puma, Tengo, Trigal, Una muchacha y una guitarra. Only the single Rosa, Rosa sold 2 million copies, being also his most recognizable and famous song. Other of his hits, "Tengo", was placed 15th amongst the 100 best Argentine rock songs by both MTV channel and Rolling Stone magazine.