Omar Geles
Omar Geles was a Colombian vallenato composer and musician, celebrated for his contributions to the genre. He is best known for his hit songs that have resonated with audiences across Latin America. Tragically, Geles passed away on May 21, 2024, leaving behind a rich musical legacy. His song 'No voy a llorar' was notably covered by merengue artist Rubby Pérez, which contributed to Pérez's recent success on Spotify in the Dominican Republic.
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Omar Geles was remembered during the concert, evoking nostalgia among the audience.
Silvestre Dangond y Juancho de la Espriella iluminaron con rojo la casa del vallenato
Colombia· 2025-05-31
Omar Geles was one of the most influential composers and musicians of Colombian vallenato music.
Así luce hoy la tumba de Omar Geles en Valledupar, a un año de su muerte: homenaje y recuerdosColombia· 2025-05-21
Omar Geles is noted for his fundamental contributions to the merengue culture.
"Y no voy a llorar"... Colombia le da a Rubby una hija y siete vallenatos que elevó a la eternidad
Dominican Republic· 2025-04-13
Omar Geles is the composer of 'No voy a llorar', which is a vallenato in its original version.
Siete merengues cantados por Rubby Pérez entran al Top 50 de Spotify RDDominican Republic· 2025-04-11