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Born on February 12, 1926, in Guayama, Puerto Rico, Tite Curet Alonso stands as the most prolific and influential songwriter in the history of salsa. As the world marks the centennial of his birth in 2026, this compilation celebrates a legacy that forever transformed the sound and soul of the genre. Through his songs, Tite gave voice to love and heartbreak, to social struggle, and to the lived experiences of Afro-Caribbean and Latino communities—turning everyday stories into enduring poetry. This collection features timeless anthems such as Héctor Lavoe’s massive hit “Periódico de Ayer,” Ismael Rivera’s Afro-Latin declaration of pride “Las Caras Lindas (De Mi GenteNegra),” and Cheo Feliciano’s historic tribute to an indigenous Taíno princess, “Anacaona.” Interpreted by the genre’s most legendary voices—including Héctor Lavoe, Willie Colón, Ismael Rivera, and more—these songs are woven into the very fabric of salsa history. Resonating across generations, they affirm Tite Curet Alonso’s enduring power as one of Latin music’s greatest and most essential storytellers. It’s a great way to kickoff the Centennial celebration of Tite Curet Alonso. #titecuretalonso #almadepoeta #LamentoDeConcepcion *Sígue/Follow Fania Records* Facebook: https://ffm.link/faniarecordsfb Instagram: https://ffm.link/faniarecordsig YouTube: https://ffm.link/faniarecordsyt TikTok: https://ffm.link/faniarecordstiktok Twitter: https://found.ee/faniarecordsTwitter Newsletter: https://ffm.link/fania-newsletter-subscribe