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Italian Music Icon Peppino di Capri Dies at 86
11 Jul
Summary
- Italian pop singer Peppino di Capri passed away on the island of Capri.
- Known as the 'Italian Buddy Holly,' he won the Sanremo Music Festival twice.
- His career spanned decades with international hits like 'Champagne'.
Peppino di Capri, a celebrated figure in Italian popular music, has passed away on the island of Capri, shortly before his 87th birthday. Born Giuseppe Faiella in July 1939, he adopted the island's name as his stage moniker.
Di Capri was renowned as the "Italian Buddy Holly" and achieved international fame with songs such as "Champagne," "Non lo faccio più," and "St. Tropez Twist." He demonstrated his musical talent from a young age, playing piano for US soldiers during World War II.
His career trajectory saw significant success in the late 1950s and the rise of rock 'n' roll in Europe. He secured victories at the prestigious Sanremo Music Festival in 1973 and 1976, solidifying his status as a prominent artist.
Beyond his Italian successes, di Capri sang in multiple languages, including English, German, and French, reaching the Top Ten in Germany in the early 1960s. He also made appearances in several films, further broadening his cultural impact.
