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Famed for his power ballad albums, including the critically and commercially successful "Intimately," Emmanuel became a prominent figure in the music scene during the Eighties. "Intimately," a masterpiece written by the renowned Spanish ballad composer Manuel Alejandro, solidified Emmanuel's reputation as a powerhouse in the genre. His rise to fame was marked not only by his roguish good looks but also by his deeply emotive and romantic voice, which resonated with audiences around the world. Emmanuel's captivating performances and heartfelt songs earned him a dedicated fan base and a lasting legacy in the world of romantic ballads.

Of Argentine heritage (his father was the great Argentine bullfighter Rovira!) his Latin American and Ibero roots come through strong in his music, with arguably his biggest hit being the number-one smash hit single "La Chica De Humo" ("The Steam Girl"), taking a heavy influence from the New Wave movement; this pop song became one of the biggest hits throughout 1988 and continues to play on Latin music stations throughout the Americas.