The divo who decided to get off the stage (for now)
Attention, lovers of drama and sweet music! Manuel Mijares, the man who taught us that love does not die (although marriages do), has decided to take a break. Yes, as you hear it: the 67-year-old singer, whose voice has accompanied everything from weddings to divorces, announced in a statement as vague as a magazine horoscope that he is temporarily retiring from the stage. Reason? Mystery. Duration? Unknown. Unnecessary drama? Absolutely.
From “Bella” to “Goodbye (for now)”
For those who did not live through the 80s (or pretend not to remember them), Mijares debuted with a self-titled album that included gems like “Bella” and “Poco a poco”. Then, in a creative turn worthy of an artist who takes himself seriously, he decided that his last name sounded more rockstar and gave us hits like “No se died el amor” (although his marriage to Lucero did, ironies of life).
His career includes epic collaborations, such as his version of “Uno entre mil” (original by Gianni Morandi) and that telenovela anthem that is “The privilege of loving”, sung on a loop with his ex-wife. Discomfort on stage? Nah, just emotional marketing.
The retirement more mysterious than a Netflix finale
Mijares’ statement was as ambiguous as a politician on the campaign: “Music has been my world… but today I want to rest.” Of course, he promised to give details soon, because what would an artist be without a bit of suspense? Of course, don’t miss his concerts with Emmanuel (his musical partner in crime) at the National Auditorium and the Palenque in Texcoco. Because nothing says “I’m taking a break” like booking massive shows.
Among the hits that we will stop listening to temporarily (or so we hope, because they never go away on the radio): “Soldier of Love”, “Let nothing separate us” and, of course, that classic that we all hum unintentionally: “Bella”.
What’s next? A reality show? A covers album on the beach? While we discover it, share this article with the hashtag #MijaresSeFueDeVacas and explore more about the most absurd chapters of showbiz. The music (and sarcasm) never stops!




