Yahir Othon Parra was born on March 21, 1979 in Hermosillo, Sonora, the oldest of three brothers and the son of Francisco Javier Parra Othon and Dora.

When Yahir arrives at the casting of “La Academia" (The Academy), he had no idea of the turn of events that his life would take during the future months. As the reality show develops, the audience soon notices the growth of each member of "The Academy". Yahir, being one of the most striking, not only for his attitude, charisma and camaraderie, but also because he demonstrates from the beginning that he has all the tools necessary to reach the finals. This is demonstrated by the fourth place he achieved in the contest. He is one of three students who never leaves the house and therefore has no idea of the phenomenon that is already brewing among the masses.

Since the beginning of this show, both the critics and the public in general were captivated by the presence, delivery and personal style that Yahir brings when he interprets, regardless of the genre- ballads, rancheras, grupero or in English, since each of these styles conquer the audience who always supported him.

Although it was thanks to the reality show "La Academia" (which at that time served as a showcase) to finally get to record their debut album title namesake, the fact is that from an early age Yahir showed a very special taste for music, which he says, "I owe it to my paternal family; my grandfather taught me my first song at seven called “Mi Ranchito" (My Little Ranch). The pair made their first presentation with a mariachi band in a cantina in a town in Sonora, Mexico.

At 17, he has his first experience playing in a bar in Hermosillo, Sonora, which lasts for six months, to then go to sing at a hotel in Tijuana, where he resides until he comes to Mexico City in mid 2002 in order to join "The Academy."


“Yahir”

In 2003 Yahir initiates a very important challenge in his life presenting his first album titled "Yahir", which is produced by Oscar Lopez, one of the greatest producers who also has worked alongside major music stars such as Jose Jose, Thalía, Mijares, Caifanes, Maldita Vecindad and Miguel Mateos, among many others.

This album brought together the likes of composer Armando Manzanero and Juan Luis Jiménez (Presuntos Implicados), who collaborated on the songs "Regresa a mi" and "Yo Soy". Other tracks that make up this album are: Tu piel”, “Ellas”; “Carnaval”, “Noches como esta”, “Si me miras así” and “Alucinado”; this last track positioned itself in the # 1 spot on the popularity lists for several months immediately after it was launched to Radio, which meant Yahir would have a Gold Record-platinum album and more than 250 thousand copies sold in Mexico.

Thanks to his success, he receives the award “LUNA” (granted by The National Auditorium) for the Male Revelation of the Year, the award “OYE” (national award for the best recording in Mexico- granted by the National Academy of Music) For Male Revelation of the Year. He was also nominated for Song of the year and Male Spanish Speaking Artist. At the same time the launch of this album is underway, Yahir participates as protagonist of the Television Azteca soap opera “Enamórate”.


“Otra historia de amor”...
… comienza “La locura”

“Another Love Story”
…the madness begins

"Otra Historia De Amor" ( Another Love Story ) is the beginning of “The Madness”, a new phase in which the prominent ex-student of “La Academia”, who won 4th place and was #1 in the Star Challenge contest “Desafio de Estrellas”, today is one of the most prominent young artists and major selling artists in Mexico since his debut album. This supported by just over 250 thousand copies sold.

So in May 2004, the outstanding performer of "La Locura" returns with a new attitude into the music scene with his second album titled "Otra Historia de Amor", which produces and directs the prominent Emanuelle Ruffinengo, who also worked at the time and produced great music stars, such as Alejandro Sanz, Armando Manzanero, Ana Belen and Cristian Castro, among many others.

This excellent partnership (Yahir-Emanuelle Ruffinengo) results in the album: "Otra Historia de Amor" and it’s first successful promotional single "La Locura", which since its release to radio (May 17, 2004) in Mexico and the United States immediately took over for a period of eight months the #1 spot in radio and at the same time becomes the main theme of the soap opera "Soñarás" (where he’s the protagonist of the story) from TV Azteca.

"Otra Historia de Amor" finally goes on sale in the U.S. and Mexico simultaneously on July 06, 2004. After having imposed a historic Guinness RECORD (for the greatest number of albums signed consecutively – 2852 in a total of eight hour 15 minutes) worldwide and after great success in sales, which it immediately went Gold for more than 50 thousand copies sold and soon becomes a worthy-platinum-album for more than 100 thousand copies sold.


“No te apartes de mi”
Homenaje a un ícono de la música…

“Don’t leave me”
Tribute to a music icon…

ROBERTO CARLOS

In 2005, the popular singer Yahir presents a Concept Album that includes a fine selection of the best tracks of one of the most recognized and prestigious Brazilian songwriters worldwide: ROBERTO CARLOS.

As a way to pay tribute and homage to who for over 40 years of musical career has worked recording songs, music and compositions for millions of fans worldwide and is considered one of the largest worldwide sellers of CDs exceeding 70 million copies of his entire discography (from its beginnings in the mid 60's to date). Yahir this time recorded in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and took successful compositions of the famous Roberto Carlos, and made an excellent concept album produced by the prestigious GRACA GUTTA MELLO (producer for ROBERTO CARLOS). To provide and disseminate to the old and new generations of Mexico, United States and Latin America, which somehow may have not been aware of the music of this talented Brazilian singer, but now will be with lavish arrangements and the more contemporary sounds and styles of Yahir.

"No Te Apartes de Mi" is the title of the album and is also the title of the first promotional single, which was launched simultaneously across national radio in U.S., Mexico, Central and South America on September 22, 2005.

For the making of this album, Yahir recorded at Blue Studios in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where he recorded for a month, thus achieving an excellent result that was certainly a surprise not only for Yahir's followers, but for all music lovers who listened to tracks such as: “Amada, amante”, “Un gato en la oscuridad” y “Que será de ti” in the voice of one of the most popular and important Latin singers of all time.

The rest of the tracks that shape the album are: “Detalles”, “La Paz de tu sonrisa”,”Sabores”, “La distancia”, “Propuesta”, “Si tu piensas”, “Fuerza extraña”,”Jesús Cristo” and “No te apartes de mí”, in two versions pop and acoustic.

This Concept Album and tribute to a music icon went on sale on September 20, 2005.


“Con El Alma Entre Las Manos”
(With The Soul in My Hands)
2006

Recorded in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Los Angeles, California, Yahir returned with the album "With the soul in my hands," after the success of his previous album which won a Triple-platinum and six gold records for 300 thousand copies sold.

Under producer Guto Graca Melo (Roberto Carlos), who had previously worked on "No te apartes de mi", this album now has the support of major composers such as William Paz (La Locura), Kilo Campos (Alejandro Fernández, Pandora), Miguel Luna (Ricardo Arjona, Marco Antonio Solis) and Reyli Barba, just to mention a few.

The first promotional album "Con el alma entre las manos" is the theme of "Maldito Amor” (Cursed Love), written by Christina Luzzi and Gustavo Santander. "Con el alma entre las manos", is awarded Gold Record-platinum for more than 100 thousand copies sold in Mexico, and consists of 12 great songs.


“Recuerdos”
(Memories)
2007

Five years after he started his solo career, it was time for Yahir to launch his new album entitled "Recuerdos", an excellent compilation of his greatest hits, which was released in Mexico and Latin America. This album included Yahir’s greatest hits like: “Alucinado” (haunted) “La locura” (madness), “Fue ella” (It was her), “Fui yo” (I did) “El Amor” (Love) and “Detalles” (Details), just to mention a few.

Also, the album "Recuerdos" included an entirely new theme entitled “Márcame la piel” ("Mark my skin", a song inspired by Gian Marco), which was the theme song of the soap opera “Bellezas Indomables” (Untamed Beauties) where Yahir was protagonist.

The release of "Recuerdos" was in August 07 and coincided with the start of a promotional tour and concerts throughout Mexico, United States, Latin America and Spain, where the young performer has become one of the male soloists that has drawn more attention, thanks to his interpretative quality, talent and charisma.


“Elemental”
2009

With 5 albums throughout his career, Yahir returns in 2009 with his album "Elemental", with the help of producer Aureo Baqueiro. Eleven unreleased tracks inspired by great composers like Reyli, Amaury Gutierrez, Noel Schajris, Miguel Luna, Edgar Cortazar, William Paz, Diane Warren and Baqueiro.

Ballads, mid, Up-tempo and certain latin rhythms that Yahir had never used before are outlined in this album, which gives this tone of authenticity and musical evolution, accompanied by the best as Jimmy Johnson on bass (James Taylor), Dean Parks on guitar (Steely Dan) and John Gilutin (Linda Ronstadt).

Grammy and Latin Grammy winner Gustavo Borne mixed this album.

The songs in this album are: “Viviré” (I will live) “Si te piden tiempo”, (If you call time), “Adiós para siempre”, (Goodbye forever), “Se que perdí” (I lost), “Renunciar a ti”, (Renounce yourself), “Nunca aprendimos” (Never learned), “ Ella me acepta como soy” (She accepts me as I am), “Caminito de besos” (trail of kisses), “En ti”, (In you) “Cuando se quiere” (When you want) and “Si te veo llegar” (listen with your heart).

“Viviré" is the first single from this album that was released to radio on March 30.



Awards and recognitions

PREMIO LUNAS 2003

PREMIO OYE 2003

YAHIR / YAHIR
4 GOLD RECORDS / MEXICO 2003
DOBLE PLATINUM RECORD/ MEXICO 2003

YAHIR / OTRA HISTORIA DE AMOR (Another Love Story)
2 GOLD RECORDS/ MEXICO 2004
PLATINUM RECORD / MEXICO 2004

YAHIR / NO TE APARTES DE MI ( DONT LEAVE ME )
6 GOLD RECORDS/ MEXICO 2005
PLATINUM RECORD / MEXICO 2005
2 PLATINUM RECORDS / MEXICO 2005
3 PLATINUM RECORDS / MEXICO 2006

YAHIR / CON EL ALMA ENTRE LAS MANOS ( WITH THE SOUL IN MY HANDS)
2 GOLD RECORDS / MEXICO 2007
PLATINUM RECORD / MEXICO 2007

YAHIR / RECUERDOS ( MEMORIES)
GOLD RECORD / MEXICO 2007

YAHIR / DOUBLE DIAMOND RECORD
MORE THAN ONE MILLION COPIES OF HIS DISCOGRAPHY
IN MÉXICO, U.S, LATIN AMÉRICA AND SPAIN

AWARD CADENA DIAL – TENERIFE, CANARY ISLANDS – SPAIN
REVELACIÓN - MARZO 2007



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