Darío Gómez


Darío de Jesús Gómez Zapata, simply called Darío Gómez, was a singer and composer of Música popular, known by the nickname "El Rey del Despecho", in reference to the "despecho" musical style for which he was famous.
He began his career with the group Los Legendarios, before setting up his own record label. Over his career he sold more than six million albums sold in national and international markets. He is best known for the song "Nadie es eterno", as well as composing songs such as "La oveja negra", "Tú y la gente", "El hijo del amor", "El rey del despecho" and "Corazón resentido". He also interpreted songs such as "Sobreviviré".
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Biography

Darío De Jesus Gómez Zapata began writing verses at age 14 and seeking support while working as a mechanic and farmer. While in Medellín, on the recommendation of a friend, he came to Codiscos, where his musical production was announced. In 1977 Gómez already worked as artistic director in this company. In his notes were highlighted themes of December, the picaresque tone, vallenatos and dance. It was then when he decided to integrate with his brother Heriberto Gómez in the group "Los Legendarios". His first great success is "Ángel perdido", he was inspired by the death of his sister Rosangela, on 31 October 1978.
In 1985, Darío Gómez made his debut as a soloist and scored a new triumph when he performed "Decidelo "; then he released his first full length with the name of Así se le canta al despecho.
On 14 May 2015, Gómez released the video of "me voy a casar " next to the King of Popular Music Jhonny Rivera. On 11 August, he would release the remix of No Hay Razón Para Odiarte in collaboration with Yelsid and Andy Rivera recording a reggaeton for the first time.
Gómez died at the age of 71 at Clínica Las Américas in Medellín, where he was sent after losing consciousness. At the clinic, he showed no vital signs, and resuscitation attempts failed. His cause of death has not been revealed.

Production and Successes

Darío Gómez has more than thirty productions, including:Nadie es Eterno Entre Comillas Las Despechadas Si Negabas que Buscabas No Puedo Vivir Sin Tí Respétame La Torcida La Descontinuada Sobreviviré Sabor y Aroma Así se le Canta al Despecho Nostalgia del Ayer Corazonada La Tirana El Hijo del Amor Me RÍo de TÍ Mi Renuncia
  • ''la novia del chofer ''

Discography

  • 1976 - Navidad Sin Flores
  • 1977 - La Novia del Chofer
  • 1978 - Esta por ayudarme, Darío Gómez and José Muñoz
  • 1979 - El zapatero
  • 1984 - Pensando en Ella
  • 1985 - Con ella soy el rey
  • 1986 - Ahora 14 éxitos con Darío Gómez - Así se le canta al despecho
  • 1988 - Diez años de éxitos
  • 1988 - Cómo la ve pa'l 2000
  • 1989 - Darío Gómez, nuestro ídolo
  • 1990 - Los Legendarios y punto
  • 1992 - El Rey del Despecho
  • 1993 - Ahí estaba
  • 1994 - Amigos, ojalá que la vida nos alcance
  • 1996 - Incomparable
  • 1997 - Otra vez me amanezco
  • 1998 - Único
  • 1999 - Nuevo Milenio
  • 2000 - Lo máximo
  • 2001 - Oro y plata
  • 2003 - Perdurable
  • 2004 - Sólo corridos
  • 2005 - 30 Años de vida artística - Que sea un motivo
  • 2009 - La traga
  • 2012 - Me río de ti

Distinctions and awards

Some of the distinctions he has received are the Ascap prize for his composition of Nobody is eternal, in New York, the Golden Pentagram, and the crown of the King of the Despecho.↵In 2007 the master Darío has ventured into the world of acting for television. In 2009 he would star in a campaign for the company Telefónica Telecom Colombia.

Collaborations

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  • ''Las Adivinanzas ''