Tragic Details About Carlos Santana

Whenever there’s a conversation about the greatest guitarist in history you can’t have it without mentioning Carlos Santana. Santana developed a rock n’ roll sound that was distinctly his own in the '60s and '70s.
He combined blues melodies with Latin American and African percussion instruments that at the time were not typically heard in rock music. His innovative style and signature guitar sound have made him a rock n’ roll legend and one of the greatest guitarists of all time.
But his rise to the top wasn’t all smooth sailing. Santana’s life was filled with heartache and tragedy. Here are the details.
#Santana #Tragic #Music
Lost innocence | 0:00
Running away | 1:09
Tuberculosis diagnosis | 2:04
Blocked projects | 2:48
A recording drought | 3:57
Back-to-back deaths hit hard | 4:47
A painful divorce | 5:37
Saved by faith | 6:18
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[@GrungeHQ]

In your opinion, what's the best Santana album?

[@kariyah6224]

Samba pa ti.!!!

[@redwhiteblue9866]

Abraxas

[@zdrumdude]

I’m old abraxis until.....I heard supernatural. Moon lower and everything in between.....

[@drumdad54sdl47]

My fave is Caravanserai. Magical.

[@jackcheah6460]

Caravanserai for me.

[@colettequalls8255]

Very sad story ! Sad that people treat others so cruel , he is so talented God Bless him

[@legasiguy551]

May God give you strength, Carlos on the passing of your brother Jorge. May he play guitar with the angels.🙏

[@sarahalbers5555]

Suavecito.....

[@calvindavenport5412]

Ok

[@membersskmrs2097]

I love all of Carlos Santana music, God Bless him.

[@lindajackson4631]

One of the greatest guitarist who ever lived

[@henriettabarlett7353]

Yes!!!!!!!!

[@0000song0000]

Listen to Javier Bátiz (carlos' mentor back in México)😃

[@robertglass3944]

Um... Not even close. But that doesn't mean he isn't a great guitar player, but the best that ever lived..? Yeah, not even close.

[@shaneconnolly317]

@@robertglass3944 yeah he's definitely unique with his sound but in terms of technicality... It's not even close

[@catherinehutchinson6099]

A unique individual, his talent knows no bounds.

[@michaelluczak3019]

I think he's a musical genius. If he plays just one phrase you know its him. Unique.

[@terriaustin1753]

DAM SKIPPY!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Son0fFalse]

Thats one word. A phrase is a small group of words standing together as a conceptual unit, typically forming a component of a clause. He is unique..but unique does him injustice to describe who he really is.

[@still-standingrunner8109]

This man is one of my favorite guitarists and one of my biggest musical influences. Long live Carlos

[@pawwalker3492]

Yes. Mr. S. is one of the most underrated guitarists. Saw him twice - electrifying. What energy!

[@miklo6907]

Roy Clark

[@pawwalker3492]

@@miklo6907 - yes - also underrated.

[@lauraneal3166]

Love him damn good

[@Nikki817]

Glad he’s still around, he’s a hero with all the hardships he overcame.

[@ritarubalcaba8898]

I have been listening to Carlos Santana since I was a teenager (70 now). I've always wanted to see him in concert but something always happens. Well again I was suppose to see him in Vegas for our 50th ANNIVERSARY and it was cancelled. I'm really sorry to hear about brother Gorge. He was a great musician. My condolences to family. I understand about this virus. Be safe an stay healthy. Lord bless you.

[@CarlosSantana-zc7hy]

Hello You seem so amazing thanks for being a friend here on youtube. I was actually so amazed to see your profile photo, you remind me of an old friend. Normally, I don't text on youtube though it's my official youtube for chatting. How're you? And hope you're enjoying your day.

[@rozchristopherson648]

An amazing person. God bless Carlos Santana !!! 🙏❤️

[@shermstubefavs]

Carlos Santana is like many people who have the strength to live with the blessing of empathy. Humbling, when you can use the pain as fuel to drive forward positive inspiration and greatness. Dealing with emotion is one thing this man knows. He has helped so many people with his art, people he has never met. He has touched many lives. A great man.

[@alphaecka1949]

I thought those dark days it envisage Santana I know he talks about Black Magic Woman I know you spell is on God and his artwork showing depiction of being wrapped up with snake and a suicidal tendency one with the thought that he had a ticket to success and realizing the tricks and dirt of these corrupt businessman that stronghole one down and suffocate the outside and you're at their Mercy to survive it's a shame that last so long ticking away like Ants eating its prey slowly "but"surely shows how showing so far A little prayer candle goal an era begin Golden Era to see the truth yeah!! and it was dark Shades in the Twilight of time stop. bills, you may consider this a Mit, Mis there are flair fucci flaring future . A future yet without, without understanding the Grimm pass :looks glorious you are Best Buy's but the pain is felt by those who undergo the terror, arrows that 10 flight being able to control the light that your mind's eye and vision brings you sorrow at the end of Apple Cloud that day that spits out of darkness in the night and leave you in an empty place to see the taste of time from where it begins to unwrap Your Darkest Day those who gaze along can feel the pain ;if your family so long the share lasting experience stop understand the pain that others experience in time your heart seeks serenity those who forever remain at locks That's My Cry goesey beyond the Cargoes of time climbing to the stairways of your sky

[@BiLatKnee]

There’s nobody else like Carlos. His vision, creativity and virtuosity truly plowed new ground.

[@RochestersGotTalentbyPaulRefic]

in highschool him and my cousin were good friends, he always had his guitar even in class rooms,,he told my cousin im going to be a star

[@Jazzygurl222]

We never know what someone is going through or has gone through in their life. I had no idea Carlos Santana went through something like this,but I totally understand why he has had issues,I'm so glad that he is in a better place now in his head. God bless you Carlos.🙏🏼❤️

[@luccianoedita]

Carlos Santana´s music was the first music i remember hearing, because my father love to hear it. I lost my father a couple months ago and i always remember him while i listen to Santana and playing guitar to his incredible songs. Thank you for your music Carlos Santana, you are a legend and your music and the memories from my father will always be hold close to my heart.

[@stephenmahon6714]

One of the greatest guitarist that ever played..... ✨✨✨✨✨💥💥💥

[@levijessegonzalez3629]

Truth!

[@kenegerton7512]

Amazingly, tragedy and pain turns some into a thing of beauty...I always liked this Guy.

[@sonyalonnieclark9392]

i have been a fan since hearing santana in england when i was in the air force in i was 21 years old i am now 71 still love him

[@tims8603]

He has such a unique style. The first Santana album I heard was Abraxas. I loved it. The first time I heard Smooth on the radio, I knew it was Carlos. Nobody else sounds like him.

[@denasharpe2393]

Me too...it made me so happy to know he was still creating and the next generation would get to hear and appreciate his tremendous talent....

[@davidmacdonald7579]

Saw Santana when he was just getting recognized, in San Francisco. I was displaying, as a craftsman at the San Francisco city hall basement, and came to find out it was really a rock concert labeled as a craft show. I think the year was about 1969. Since I had leatherwork and made to order straps and belts, I did rather well. From then on they held the craft fairs outside. Was accepted to San Francisco arts guild which made it easy to get into following shows. Sold quite a few items to Santana band, and heard music that was not out to the public. Great day, and had nice chats with all the band members.

[@mikelons3944]

one of the greatest guitar players and the most humble person around .hes a genuine person who went through alot could have turned out different .

[@ticnatz]

Caravanserai will forever be in my top 5 albums of all time, regardless of artist. It's that good!

[@jedwing]

Thank you. This record and Welcome. And the live record Lotus.

[@spere123]

Love your work Carlos. One of my favorite artists since 1971

[@cynthiagonzales9131]

In 1976 I saw Carlos for the first time at Magic Mountain with my aunt and uncle. Memorable!!. What a strong amazing Hispanic man!!

[@deborahreinke7665]

Carlos Santana, you are an incredible person! You will always have my love & admiration! I had the great opportunity to see you in concert at the MGM Grand Las Vegas NV. It was awesome! You & your guitar 🎸 are rock music 🎼 Be well my friend💕

[@eddierivera8556]

So many guitarist who get prop's' but Santana is so well rounded playing stuff that other's can only dream of.

[@a.s.2122]

First time I‘ve seen him in a concert was in 1981 in Bremen/ Germany. But he was one of my absolute favourite guitar players

[@stripervince1]

I was at the bill Graham memorial concert in Golden gate Park on Nov 2 1991, probably half a million people there. I got about two feet away from watching Jerry Garcia and dead play. Awesome concert

[@Bill_Woo]

He is in some regards my hero. There's no one like him. And I had no idea about all this backstory. And his sense of quality, and style, has never diminished. He continues to inspire me and millions.

[@FrankieD92]

Was in Vietnam 1970, someone came back from R&R with his first album; have been hooked ever since. I offer wondered why he was such a spiritual person, trying to make light from the darkness...

[@mjm6363]

One thing about SANTANA his music brought all of us together.

[@motorcitymanman7711]

Doesn't any bands music bring people together? How is Santana different?

[@mjm6363]

@@motorcitymanman7711 yes I get what you are saying he's another band that brought all of us together. Many bands have brought us together that's the whole point.

[@motorcitymanman7711]

@@mjm6363 Ok....the way u said it sounds like he was the messiah or something! 😁

[@charlesmichaels6648]

@@motorcitymanman7711 Carlos Santana is the Pied Piper ???

[@lady-alicia3241]

SO TRUE. HE WAS OR SHOULD I SAY HE IS UNIVERSAL.ALL RACES LOVE HIS SMOOTH AND JAZZY MUSIC. 🎶🎶🎶🎼🎼🎼🌹🦋🥰😉🇺🇸😏💞💖🎵😷

[@roodchiendant8237]

Long live for mi brother carlos bless !

[@twinkletoes22221]

I love you Carlos...

[@rubykaufman5361]

Santana was a magical inspiration for me my entire life and to this day he still inspires me to peruse my guitar dreams, I love and admire Santana he is one of my heroes.

[@totoftof9299]

exact pour moi aussi

[@WorldsOkayestGuitarPlayer]

Same here!

[@colettelane3728]

Just want to thank you Carlos Santana, for all the beautiful music you have given this world, you've been my inspiration, and feel such a strong connection spiritual, probably because we both came from a hard life. I will keep working on my original music, but know I will see you on the flip side one day, your music reaching heaven. Much love n light. 🙏😇❤🎼👍🌻💕🎼👍😘😇🙏❤

[@earnestthompson5136]

I’m glad you made it thru the dark times because the world is a better place with you in it !

[@carlajohnson3154]

My dad loved Carlos Santana so much if i had been born a boy, he was gonna name me Carlos. I was a girl, so Carla it was.

[@obsoleteprofessor2034]

Beautiful name none the less.

[@Hengry-hn7rb]

Carla Santana Johnson

[@richardstevens5961]

Beautiful story, one of my favorite from the moment I heard him play. I’m 65..!!! That was in the 60’s. Samba Pa Ti...!!!! My favorite I think..!!

[@cpcattin]

Now days you get a choice.

[@carlajohnson3154]

Aww, thanks! My dad died in 2016 from heart problems. Also another little story, my dad also loved Allman Bros. Band so he asked me to name his 1st grandchild Melissa and it would be his father's day present forever. Of course I did! He was a huge music fan. I still can remeber him rocking in his chair with headphones on. He done that so much there were places in the carpet where his chair would rock back and forth. Miss him lots!!

[@scottouellette9411]

Been listening to Santana since I first heard him playing while in Vietnam in 67-69. Came home in july 69 and saw him perform in Woodstock. From hell to Santana I have most of his recorded vinyl and still listen to him at the age of 72. There will never be another Carlos Santana.

[@flyinhawaiian5848]

I've loved Santana's music since hearing Samba Pa Ti in 1970. Live long and prosper Carlos!

[@kenfraser1643]

I've seen him 5 times live, never gets old

[@PMJugwunth]

Worlds best lead guitarist in my view. Life can be cruel but he didn't give up. Let that be a lesson for us all.

[@RobertGOrtega-eh9zl]

It is sad to hear that "one" of my favorite artist had passed away. I still recall the local band where I grew up back between 1950's and 1980's, heard them (the local band of Anglos) play Soul Sacrifice one day and I was immediately hooked by Carlos' guitar ability. He brought me closer to being a guitarist back in the early days of astonishing bands and their tunes. I still to this day can recall hearing the great tone of Soul Sacrifice, in today's life. Long will I remember a great guitarist = "Carlos Santana!"

[@dboni27]

One of the best guitarists of all time(seen him 6 x) and everyone of his concerts make you want to dance and celebrate life!!! Keep on rockin' Carlos!!!!!

[@dboni27]

And God bless you.

[@tonymccarthy6713]

Thank you for your biography on Carlos Santana. Truly one of the greats of his craft.

[@nenaradicevic8079]

His music is so powerful ! Guitar virtuous,Legend and Icon ! Samba Pa Ti,Europe !!!

[@davidespinoza8067]

I was in High School when i first heard of Santana. Love his music. Samba pati. In the early 80 was Station in GERMANY and play his music almost everyday.

[@jimjohnston5092]

ALWAYS been a fan. I've seen him live. Got to meet him and talk with him in Waco, TX - of all places. Made me an even bigger fan.

[@liquidbraino]

I grew up in Waco.

[@paulinenixon]

Was supposed to see Santana tonight in Dublin, Ireland. but its cancelled due to Covid19.. Hopefully I WILL get to see this legend soon.

[@sisterearthful]

I remember watching a footage of Carlos Santana at Woodstock. The way he shredded the guitar with his riffs was spellbounding and magical! Also, there was some one playing with him on bongos/congas. That part will always be memorable to me. 🎼💯🎸☮.

[@tonyd7601]

I've been a fan since 1976. Thanks so mnuch for the music.

[@dougreed9843]

I'm so glad I was able to see this from one of my heroes Sanata has kept me going and inspired through my darkest days and if I could tell him personally the teary eyes I've had so many times through his instrumental work he reaches a place inside my heart like no other musician I love all his music but his instrumental work like Love you to much has helped me face my faults and heal when the name of the song says the truth of the healing that provides from playing it on my guitar a thousand times crying and heart ache and also attempting ending it Santana honestly provided the inner strength to boldly turn from that place in self because I'm a winner trough his hearts and love of his art shared with us all Thanks Carlos

[@susancampos8959]

Santana your Awesome! Your a 🌹 survivor what a classic story of bravery dispite injustice done to you by man and your own family and swing how you over came illness as well the obstinals of music careers as well your a living Saint in my eyes!! Thank you for sharing your life story! Your Amazing!!! God bless you!!!

[@mariaclark6313]

Gracias Carlos Santana. Had the wonderful opportunity of listening and meeting your padre on mission district back in late 70's. Mr. Santana was playing with his mariachi group. Very talented family.🎻🎼🎺🎸

[@ro3784]

Never knew Carlos had been used but he did earn his fair share and I'd stand by his music any day. I was in Sacramento and just steps away but did not even know of him then. Bravo Carlos for all the endurance and your mindful tunes.

[@catelewis7223]

Beautiful man with incredible talent and tenacity....life is full of so many ups and downs.

[@lady-alicia3241]

SANTANA POR VIDA. GREAT PERFOMER. 🎵🎶🎼🦋🙏💖💗🥰😏💞💞💞💞💞💞💞

[@Monkeybongoes]

Makes me sad that someone who brought so much joy into my life over the years had so much tragedy in his life.

[@richardpotter6313]

@@mg5672 I'd hate to know I got inspiration by conjuring up spirits to aid me in my music. That's scary.

[@xmandlt]

@@richardpotter6313 YOU'RE scary. Pray for him if you're really that concerned about his soul. Stop being such a frightened little christian.

[@broerymarantika853]

The Man is a Guitar Genius. He makes the guitar strings sing and make men weep. I remember falling for a girl once and Europa was playing in the background....wow, lovely combinations.

[@robtaylor6233]

Broery Marantika did you marry her ✌️👍

[@lynn151haj]

@@robtaylor6233 : Nope, I was then a student w wanderlust for cheap travels. I was staying for free w a cousin in Blackpool UK, she styed next door. Nope, I didnt marry her. Life went on w few other surprises and now happily married to another wonderdul woman.

[@1888starz]

Love this band...always great listening to them and always inspired by their style. Love all the music. Just like Carlos Santana I couldn't listen to music for years after losing mother who always loved all sorts of music. She had a lovely singing voice too. Love Santana with a passion....

[@bobbiwolfgang]

Never knew the more recent struggles he went through. I feel that all his experiences make him the incredible musician he is! His heart and soul shine through, and YES, the power of forgiveness transforms!🎸🎼🎵🎶🙏❤

[@kirbymarchbarcena]

He still rocks and that's what is important

[@rebeccaevans311]

I love Santana, grew up listening. Joe Bonamassa is a great guitar player. ❤️🇺🇸

[@olewornhat]

I had Abraxas on my 8 track quad stereo tape deck in my 1956 F 100 pickup in the early 70s. The sound was amazing, swirling around the cab.

[@midnightrunner684]

Carlos Is Da Man ..Rock On

[@LLV1915]

Nothing compares to first 3 Santana albums

[@jeffarcher400]

If he had given up the world would never have known such beautiful music. All who despair, please believe there is something equally as special in you.

[@scottblanton7873]

I remember when his career stalled, thrilled for him when it came back together for him, saw him in 2001 a great concert

[@kazilziya830]

I saw Santana in concert 4 or 5 times in the 70s and have most of his albums. If someone asked me which is my favorite ? I really couldn't answer that. Each song means something different to me. ✌

[@badraven9532]

It is very difficult, probably easier to say the one you like least, for me that's the Buddy Miles/Santana album

[@amykendon1556]

I love❤❤❤this man 4his superrrr natural songs & musics...missed his perfomance @Singapore while I was away 2America Arizona..PHNX...Las Vegas n Hollywood L.A...Plz bring your wonderful songs n musics again 2Singapore ya...Thank u Carlos💋💋💋

[@markphilpot4981]

We all have done things we regret! I love this man as his music is so inspiring and relieves unpleasantness in life! God be with him and may he remain blessed! He is a force to be reckoned with!💖😊👍🏻

[@foresthart5599]

Became a fan in 1979. Been listening every since. Now my grown daughters are fans.

[@kevindang6815]

They should make a Movie about him, And im ready to cry at the cinema.

One of the biggest dreams of my life was to be on stage with CARLOS SANTANA and do a JAM even in a few minutes, but it's just a dream.

[@DocHuck]

Keep on Keeping on Mr. Santana-You're a living, inspirational legend. I've so enjoyed your music for going on 50 years almost daily. I've seen you in concert 6 times in various places. Every time you've given me an exceptional memory. Please Mr. Santana--Keep making memories, for that is what life is made of.............

[@petersampson5202]

God bless you Carlos.

[@nicolopez8180]

Genious, talented, so great the best music, with a generous huge heart my guitar King 🎸🎸👏👏 God loves you and bless you more Love from Africa 🙏❤❤

[@tootellustraight]

Wow very informative for the many of us that are fans. As the Jamaicans say. Big up for you santana Blessings I wish for you soul brother 🙏💝

[@julesmaher5637]

This genius has come through so much. It shows as he puts his heart and soul into everything he does. Absolutely amazing, I love everything that he does. Please don’t ever stop playing x

[@williampalter5972]

Soul Sacrifice at Woodstock....mesmerizing!

[@robnco1]

Very sad story ,which only makes his accomplishments all the greater a fantastic musician love all his work....

[@mikebeatty7814]

Santana's Dance sister dance at the first California Jam is still the greatest guitar work I have ever heard.

[@sergeantbilko7070]

Mike Beatty Love that song!

[@warrendemartini6533]

Carlos is awesome I used to pick up his garbage in Frisco ...memories he played in his garage too. We stoped the garbage truck and listened to him.. thank you Santana

[@nickflores5555]

My pops named me after this man. Nicholas Santana Flores 😎😎😎😎

[@lucydomenech7284]

Love Santana!!

[@turrafirmaguitarchannel]

Thanks for this insight and for Carlos being brave and honest to tell his story. It helps us all.

[@richblantin1343]

Carlos , one of the best and most talented people on earth ever . Of course that's just my opinion . 💖

[@ericjones1805]

I saw Carlos many times forming in the seventies. He was always great and inspirational. I hope things are going better for him now. I hate that he had the pear with another band to get any kind of recognition. I wish you blessed day and a blessed life Carlos

[@danielmesery2904]

Abraxses. One of the best on Guitar. ,.......glad he made.it***** singing winds"""""""******

[@johnthornton7763]

Santana, Abraxas, iii, Caravanserai, Welcome, Barboletta, Moonflower, etc for me.

[@wheels845]

I love you Carlos!

[@susanfrometa9244]

I have never listened to his music until now I'm 63 his music is beautiful.

[@c.joyceb.8991]

Very good guitarist. I always liked listening to him.

[@carlosgarcia-jf3cb]

Very good??

[@luislizard2626]

These are the real heroes !!!!! What a man

[@steelbender58]

Carlos santana and buddy miles live! Awesome tunes!

[@WilliamSarokon]

This was good. I didn't know these things. Such a musical giant. So much of his soul pours out of the great notes that he has left for the world to remember him by.

[@bombero58]

Samba pa ti....lives forever. Gracias, Carlos Santana!

[@davidwhite3181]

Carlos makes the notes float off the fret board and they just hang in the air. It is truly other worldly. Thank you Carlos.

[@sampsondjonorh4987]

Remembered the first time he came to Ghana in 1969 to perform alongside Wilson Pickett, Ike and Tina Turner, Roberta Flack, Pop Staple and the Staple Singers, Voices of East Harlem, Willie Bobo, Amoah Azangio and a host of other celebrities in the gala concert titled 'Soul to Soul'. A day I will never forget in my life.

[@MsAppassionata]

Sampson Djonorh LOVE the film of that concert, though it, unfortunately, is very hard to find. Were you there? Must have been one hellova show to see live, in person.

[@sampsondjonorh4987]

@@MsAppassionata I was in my early twenties in Secondary School at Ebenezer Accra. My parents allowed a few of my brothers and sisters who were of age including my cousins from Takoradi to go to the Independence Square and watch that memorable 18 hour show. First time something of this nature happened on the African continent. I was fortunate to lay hands on the movie that came out later which I also cherish so much. Kudos to all the people who helped put this thing together. 👏❤✌

[@70schild420]

Forgiveness is everything ❤️☯️