Tras su debut con el álbum Cuidado (1969), alcanzó el estrellato internacional con La Nave del Olvido y su histórica interpretación de "El Triste" en 1970. Otros títulos destacados incluyen Buscando una sonrisa (1971) y El Príncipe (1976), álbum que le otorgó su famoso apodo.
Born José María Napoles Ortiz on December 16, 1950, José José began his music career at a young age. He rose to fame in the 1970s and became known for his powerful, emotive voice and charismatic stage presence. Throughout his career, he released numerous hit albums and singles, including "El Triste," "Jealousy," and "La Nave del Olvido." Tras su debut con el álbum Cuidado (1969),