Celebrated musician Armando Manzanero has died at the age of 85.
The news of his passing was confirmed by the Sociedad de Autores y Compositores de Mexico (Society of Authors and Composers of Mexico), which Manzanero served as the president of.
"The romantic soul of Mexico and the world is in mourning. The great Master has departed," the organization said in a tweeted statement, per Google Translate.
The message continued, noting the musician's contributions to copyright.
"His departure provoked a deep sadness," the group continued. "He was one of the greatest artists of our time, creator of the 'most beautiful music in the world'."