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Singer-songwriter Jose Alfredo Jimenez was one of the most famous Mariachi artists in Mexican history. His life was cut short way too early by hepatitis, but he managed to compose hundreds of songs and a slew of hits that are being rerecorded by newer artists, keeping him and his legacy alive to this day. Franc Contreras profiles Jose Alfredo Jimenez and explains why so many people worldwide consider Jimenez one of the most prolific songwriters of Mexico.

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