The ‘King of vallenato’ of Colombia left this world causing deep sadness in his loved ones and millions of followers internationally.
The world of vallenato is in mourning after the tragic and sudden departure of Omar Gelesthe renowned Colombian composer, singer and accordionist, who died on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at the age of 57 at the Erasmo clinic in Valledupar.
The artist, known as the ‘King of vallenato’, left an invaluable musical legacy, being remembered for successful compositions such as ‘Los Caminos de la Vida’, ‘Tarde lo met’, ‘ Gracias’, among others. The star has left deep sadness in his family, friends and millions of fans.
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Throughout his career, he was part of groups such as Los Diablitos, and consolidated a great solo career. His talent and charisma made him an emblematic figure of the aforementioned musical genre, winning the affection and admiration of the public in his native land and internationally. His songs, full of romanticism and joy, became anthems for different generations.
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What did Omar Geles, the ‘King of vallenato’ of Colombia, die of?
Omar Geles died at the age of 57 due to cardiorespiratory arrest. According to several international media, the renowned artist was practicing paddle tennis when the alteration occurred. Although he was taken to the clinic, he did not resist. In addition, it was learned that weeks ago the composer had attended the medical center for chest problems.
‘The paths of life’: the most popular composition by Omar Geles
‘The paths of life’ is the single that Omar Geles composed on yellow sheets to relate his personal experience, especially that of his mother. This song written in 1992 catapulted him to fame.
“I composed that song in 1992 when remembering the difficulties of childhood where she was our heroine. That brave, hard-working and capable woman who fought to get us ahead. I never thought that the song would get into everyone’s (soul), but it keeps playing and that fills my heart with joy and even more so knowing that it is for my old Hilda,” said the artist for Vicsari. This single was performed by various singers, such as Vicentico.
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