Jon Secada, one of the most gifted artists of our time, is not only blessed
with a soulful voice, but also with an artistry to create, write and produce
music. Born in Havana, Cuba, Secada arrived in the United States at the age of
nine. He later enrolled at the University of Miami where he developed his
considerable skills as a songwriter. In the late 1980's he joined Gloria
Estefan as a background singer and co-wrote "Coming Out of the Dark,"
Gloria's number one hit from her 1991 album "Into the Light." His
self-titled solo debut (released 1992) sold six million plus copies worldwide
and was certified triple platinum in the U.S., where it reached No. 15 among
Billboard Pop albums. He followed with the Gold single "Just Another
Day," and three more top 30 hits, "Angel," "I'm Free,"
and "Do You Believe in Us?" "Otro Dia Mas Sin Verte"
(Spanish-language version of the album), became the Number One Latin album of
1992 earning Jon his first Grammy Award for Best Latin Pop Album. His third
album, "Amor," (released 1995) brought his second Grammy Award for
Best Latin Pop Performance and in 2006, Jon was once again honored when
"Songs From The Neighborhood: The Music of Mister Rogers," featuring
twelve of today's top artists including Jon, won the Grammy for the "Best
Musical Album For Children."
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