Ednita Nazario
Ednita Nazario
, born Edna María Nazario Figueroa on April 11, 1955, in Ponce, PuertoRico, is a powerhouse Puerto Rican singer, songwriter, musician, and actress.With a career spanning over 50 years, she is celebrated for her exceptionalvocal range, emotionally charged delivery, and commanding stage presence.
She began performing professionally at age 10 on Puerto Ricantelevision and radio programs, quickly gaining attention for her mature voiceand charisma. By her teens, she was composing songs and performing live. Herself-titled debut album, released in 1973, marked her shift from childperformer to pop artist, and over the next decades, she released several albumsfeaturing hits like “Mío”, “Eres Libre”, and “Lo Que Son Las Cosas.”
Ednita’s music spans Latin pop, rock, ballad, and adultcontemporary, showcasing her versatility across genres. In the ‘80s and ‘90s, she solidified her status with acclaimed albums such as Al Rojo Vivo, Espíritu Libre,Pasiones, and Corazón, producing lasting hits like “Te Sigo Esperando”, and “NoTe Mentía.”
Her live performances are legendary and her 1994-2000 worldtours sold out venues across Latin America, the U.S., and Spain. Known for herelectrifying emotional connection, she has earned the reputation of one of theIsland’s most dynamic female performers.
Ednita has received four Latin Grammy nominations, multipleBillboard Latin Music Award nominations, and has been honored with tributes bythe Puerto Rican Senate for her cultural contributions. Her resilience andartistry have inspired younger generations of Latin women artists.
With more than five decades in the spotlight, Ednita Nazarioremains a vital force in Latin music — constantly evolving, fearlesslyexpressing emotion, and holding firm as a symbol of strength, passion, andPuerto Rican pride.