Luis Ángel Márquez Vicente, known professionally as Luis Ángel, was born on December 31, 1955, in Lanús, Buenos Aires, Argentina. He began his musical journey at a young age, taking classes with Gladys Viñayo at the Conservatorio Nacional Argentino and graduating as a professor of acordeón, piano, theory, and solfeo by age twelve. In his teens, he joined various groups, including "Verano," which secured a record deal and achieved national success.
In 1980, Luis Ángel moved to Mexico City, where he released his debut album featuring compositions like "Llorarás" and "Pero tú No estás." His second album, Yo Mismo, included hits such as "Lluvia" and "No Hieras mi Vida," propelling him to international fame. In 1985, he signed with A&M Records in Los Angeles, releasing Amar a Muerte. Luis Ángel's compositions became staples in the salsa genre, with songs like "Lluvia" becoming one of the best-selling salsa tracks ever.
