"Solenzara" is a classic romantic song famously performed by the Moldovan artist (Ион Суручану). Often called the "Moldovan Julio Iglesias" for his smooth, romantic baritone, Suruceanu brought this Mediterranean melody to great popularity across Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union in the 1980s. Song Overview
: Beyond music, Suruceanu served as a member of the Moldovan Parliament from 1994 to 1998. Where to Listen "Solenzara" is a classic romantic song famously performed
: He debuted in 1968 with the ensemble Noroc , a legendary group in Moldovan music history. Where to Listen : He debuted in 1968
You can find his iconic performance of the song on his official YouTube channel or explore his wider discography on Rate Your Music . Ion Suruceanu - Solenzara : In 1990, he was awarded the title
: "Solenzara" was originally composed by Enrico Macias (recorded in 1966), celebrating a seaside town in Corsica.
: In 1990, he was awarded the title of People's Artist of Moldova.
: Suruceanu’s version is a prime example of estrada —a popular Soviet and post-Soviet music genre characterized by melodic, orchestral arrangements and sentimental lyrics.