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Celso Piña (April 6, 1953 – August 21, 2019) was a Mexican cumbia musician, singer, composer, arranger, and accordionist. Known as "El Rebelde del acordeón" (The Rebel of the Accordion), he pioneered the fusion of tropical sounds with various genres like norteño, sonidero, ska, reggae, rap, hip-hop, and R&B.
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Celso Piña was a Mexican cumbia musician, singer, songwriter, arranger, and accordionist. Known as "El Rebelde del Acordeón" (The Rebel of the Accordion) or "El Cacique de la Campana" (The Chief of La Campana), he pioneered the fusion of tropical sounds with diverse genres like norteño, sonidero, ska, reggae, rap, hip-hop, R&B, and more, earning him recognition across Mexico, Latin America, and the United States.
Early Life
Born in Monterrey, Mexico, Celso Piña grew up in the working-class neighborhood of La Campana. He and his brothers began their musical journey in the 1980s.
Career
Celso Piña's career spanned several decades, marked by his innovative fusion of cumbia with various genres. He achieved international recognition for his unique musical style and collaborations with artists from diverse backgrounds.
Personal Life
Celso Piña was deeply connected to his neighborhood, La Campana, in Monterrey. He passed away on August 21, 2019.
Channel Credits
Official YouTube channel of Celso Piña, Mexican singer, songwriter, arranger, and accordionist. Celso blends tropical cumbia with genres from norteño to sonidero, ska, reggae, rap, and R&B.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Celso Piña?
Celso Piña was a Mexican cumbia musician, singer, composer, arranger, and accordionist known for pioneering the fusion of tropical sounds with various genres.
What is Celso Piña's YouTube channel?
Celso Piña's YouTube channel is 'Celso Piña Oficial' with the handle @celsopinaoficial.
When did Celso Piña join YouTube?
Celso Piña joined YouTube in July 2012.
What genres did Celso Piña incorporate into his music?
Celso Piña incorporated genres such as norteño, sonidero, ska, reggae, rap, hip-hop, and R&B into his music.
What are some of the nicknames of Celso Piña?
Celso Piña was known as 'El Rebelde del acordeón' (The Rebel of the Accordion) and 'El Cacique de la Campana'.
What is Celso Piña known for in the music industry?
Celso Piña is known for being a pioneer in the fusion of tropical sounds with various popular music genres.
When was Celso Piña born?
Celso Piña was born on April 6, 1953.
When did Celso Piña pass away?
Celso Piña passed away on August 21, 2019.
What are Celso Piña's YouTube stats across all credited channels?
As of 2025, Celso YouTube channels collectively have over 10.9M subscribers, more than 8,461.8M views, and have uploaded over 2.4K videos.
First name
Celso
Last name
Piña
Nickname
El Rebelde del acordeón
Birthdate
April 06, 1953
Age 72
Birth location
Monterrey, Nuevo León, MX
Location
MX
Years active
2012 - present
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