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Flaco Jimenez

San Antonio, TX

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latin Popularity: 70 Popular Division

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Region: South Texas Conference: Texas Regional Rank: #1

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Did You Know

  • Flaco learned accordion from his father, a pioneer of conjunto music, at age seven.
  • He was born Leonardo 'Flaco' Jiménez in San Antonio, Texas, deeply influencing Tejano music.
  • His early work with Doug Sahm broadened his audience beyond the Tejano community.
  • Flaco's 1976 Grammy win for 'Ay Te Dejo en San Antonio' marked a major career highlight.
  • He toured with the Rolling Stones in the 1990s, introducing his music to a new generation.
  • Jiménez's accordion style blends German polka with traditional Mexican folk music.
  • He collaborated with Ry Cooder on the soundtrack for the film *Paris, Texas*.
  • His song "Un Mojado Sin Licencia" became an anthem for Mexican immigrants.
  • Flaco has won five Grammy Awards, solidifying his place in music history.
  • Jiménez's legacy includes preserving and popularizing the vibrant conjunto tradition.

Locations in Lyrics

1 location reference across 3 songs

Songs & Places

Ay Te Dejo En San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
The Girls from Texas (feat. Ry Cooder)
, TX
West Texas Waltz (feat. Emmylou Harris)
, TX

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