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Velazquez Consuelo

★ August 29, 1916 · Ciudad Guzman, Jalisco
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Entertain/MusicPoliticsLeadership RolesSkills - Multi-facetedStart young less than 16SingerDestiny Number 11Soul Number 9
Biography

Who is Velazquez Consuelo?

Mexican concert pianist, songwriter and recording artist. Velázquez was the songwriter and lyricist of many Spanish standard songs, such as Amar y vivir, Verdad amarga, Franqueza, Que seas feliz, Abuela abuela, Cachito, Enamorada and, most notably, the enduring 1940s-era standard Bésame mucho, a romantic ballad which was soon recorded by artists around the globe, making it an international hit. Velázquez, who is said to have begun playing the piano at the age of four, started her professional career as a classical music concert pianist, performing at Palacio de Bellas Artes and XEQ Radio, but later became a singer and recording artist. According to Velázquez herself, she was strongly influenced by Spanish composer Enrique Granados. Velázquez also was elected to the Mexican Congress, served as president for SACM (Society of Authors and Composers of Mexico), and was vice-president of CISAC (International Confederation of Authors and Composers Societies). She died 22 January 2005 Link to Wikipedia biography
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Consuelo Velázquez (Velázquez Consuelo)

Born: commonly cited 21 August 1916, Ciudad Guzmán, Jalisco, Mexico

Died: 22 January 2005, Mexico City, Mexico

Overview

Consuelo Velázquez Morales was a Mexican pianist and prolific songwriter best known for composing Bésame Mucho (1940), a bolero that became an international standard and has been recorded by countless artists across genres and languages.

Notable works

  • Bésame Mucho (1940) — a landmark bolero that helped shape Latin American pop music and the Latin influence in global popular music.
  • Countless other songs contributed to the Golden Age of Mexican cinema through film music and popular song catalogs.

Impact and legacy

Bésame Mucho remains a staple of repertoire worldwide, cited for its enduring melody and emotional lyric. The song has been licensed, performed, and recorded by artists in many languages, reinforcing Velázquez's lasting influence on Latin and international music.

Public profiles and social media

As a deceased artist, Consuelo Velázquez does not have official social media accounts. Public references are found in music archives, encyclopedic entries, and educational materials. Some fan- or archive-linked pages exist but are not officially affiliated.

Recent projects and news

There are no new works by Consuelo Velázquez due to her passing in 2005. Her legacy continues through reissues of her songs, tribute events, and the ongoing use of Bésame Mucho in media, covers, and scholarly discussions of Latin American songwriters.

Additional information

For more details, consult established music reference sources such as Wikipedia and AllMusic, as well as archival collections on Mexican cinema music from the mid-20th century.

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What do Velazquez Consuelo's numerology numbers say?

Velazquez Consuelo's core numbers are Destiny 11, Soul Urge 9, Personality 7, Kabbalah Number 4.

◎Destiny
11

Chaldean Destiny 11 indicates inspired expression and intuitive leadership. It supports visionary guidance, teaching, and spiritual creativity when grounded.

❖Soul Urge
9

Chaldean Soul 9 desires purpose and compassion. It seeks to serve, forgive, and complete cycles with wisdom.

◇Personality
7

Chaldean Personality 7 appears thoughtful, private, and analytical. Others often see depth, intelligence, and spiritual interest.

∞Kabbalah Number
4

Kabbalah Number 4 reflects an inner spiritual code of structure and stability. It supports discipline, grounded effort, and dependable progress.

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