Willy Chirino
Also known as: Latin music legend
Singer-Songwriter
Known For
Willy Chirino is renowned for his Grammy-winning fusion of Cuban rhythms and international pop, pioneering the Miami Sound through hits like 'Soy' and family acoustic collaborations.
About
Cuban-American artist Willy Chirino built a storied career in Miami after arriving as a teen, releasing over 30 albums that earned a 2006 Grammy for Son del Alma and a 2014 Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. His timeless track 'Soy' has been reinterpreted by legends like Celia Cruz, while his songwriting fuels telenovelas and charitable causes through his foundation. A Pinecrest resident, Chirino headlines the 2025-2026 Tropical Nights series with Chirino Acústico on March 6-7 at Pinecrest Gardens' Banyan Bowl, joining daughters Mía, Alana, Daniela, Carolina, and Jessica for a fusion of Beny Moré classics and Elton John hits—all instruments family-played. This multigenerational show highlights his four-decade legacy rooted in South Florida's Latin music hub.