Manu Chao

Manu Chao, born José-Manuel Thomas Arthur Chao Ortega, is a singer-songwriter, record producer, musician, and guitarist who was born on 21 June 1961 in Paris. He has dual citizenship in France and Spain. Manu Chao is the son of Ramón Chao.

Chao's work covers various genres including reggae, ska, world music, music of Latin America, and alternative rock. He is active in the music and music industry, with roles as a singer, songwriter, and guitarist.