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Piero dies at 81
Argentine singer-songwriter Piero, known for 'Mi viejo', dies at 81.
In brief
Argentine singer-songwriter Piero, known for 'Mi viejo', dies at 81. Argentine-Italian singer-songwriter Piero, a Latin American protest music icon, dies at 81 after a career spanning over five decades. Originally reported by Buenos Aires Times.
Piero dies at 81
Argentine-Italian singer-songwriter Piero, whose 1969 hit 'Mi viejo' became a Latin American classic, has died at the age of 81.
Defining Latin American protest singer
Piero Antonio Franco De Benedictis, one of Latin America's defining voices in protest music and trova, died after a career spanning over five decades.
Legacy of peace and social songs
His songs about love, peace and social issues, including 'Coplas de mi país' and 'Pedro nadie', remain influential across generations.
Honored with Latin Grammy recognition
Piero received the Latin Grammy Hall of Fame in 2007 and the Musical Excellence Award in 2016 for his career impact.
The main idea
Argentine-Italian singer-songwriter Piero, a Latin American protest music icon, dies at 81 after a career spanning over five decades.
