Mercedes Sosa
Acting
July 9, 1935
Died: October 4, 2009
San Miguel de Tucumán, Tucumán, Argentina
Biography
Haydée Mercedes Sosa, sometimes known as La Negra , was an Argentine singer/songwriter who was popular throughout Latin America and many countries outside the region. With her roots in Argentine folk music, Sosa became one of the preeminent exponents of nueva canción.
Also Known As
Haydée Mercedes SosaLa NegraLa Voz de América
