Joaquín Ramón Martínez Sabina, born on 12 February 1949, is a renowned Spanish singer, musician, composer, and poet. Known for his unique blend of storytelling, his songs often delve into themes of love, heartbreak, and society, incorporating literary devices reminiscent of baroque literature.
Throughout his career, Sabina has released fourteen studio albums, two live recordings, and three compilation albums. Some of his most iconic tracks include "Calle Melancolía" ("Melancholy Street"), "19 días y 500 noches" ("19 Days and 500 Nights"), "Quién me ha robado el mes de Abril" ("Who Stole My April"), "Pongamos que hablo de Madrid" ("Let's Say I'm Talking About Madrid"), "Y sin embargo" ("However"), "Contigo" ("With You"), and "Peces de ciudad" ("City Fish").
His live performances have featured both solo acts and collaborations. Notably, he performed with Javier Krahe and Alberto Pérez in *La Mandrágora* and with the group Viceversa in a 1986 concert. Additionally, Sabina teamed up with Joan Manuel Serrat for the celebrated tour *Dos pájaros de un tiro* (Two Birds with One Stone).
In 2001, Sabina suffered a stroke, which, despite physical recovery, led to a deep depression and a four-year break from performing. He returned to music in 2005 with the release of his album *Alivio de Luto* and followed up with *Vinagre y rosas* in 2009. His most recent collaborative album with Serrat, *La Orquesta del Titanic*, was released in 2012.
On June 29, 2020, Joaquín Sabina married his long-time partner, Jimena Coronado, in a private ceremony in Madrid.