Bobby Capó (1922–1989) was a celebrated Puerto Rican singer, songwriter, and composer whose music resonated across Latin America. Born Félix Manuel Rodríguez Capó in Coamo, Puerto Rico, he began his career with Rafael Hernández's Cuarteto Victoria before joining Xavier Cugat's orchestra in New York. Capó's versatile style blended romantic ballads with Puerto Rican folk and Andalusian influences, producing timeless classics like "Piel Canela," "El Negro Bembón," and "Soñando con Puerto Rico." His compositions have been performed by numerous artists, cementing his legacy as a pivotal figure in Latin music. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bobby_Cap%C3%B3?utm_source=openai))