The musicians began their relationship with pure conflicts but everything ended in a beautiful friendship forged in music, support and redemption.
The music unites and sometimes transforms enmity into the deepest friendships. Such is the case of Charly García and Palito OrtegA, two iconic figures of the Argentine scene that passed from public confrontation to an unbreakable bond.
What began as a rivalry between Rock and popular music in the 70s It was transformed, with the passing of the decades, into a fraternal relationship. Ortega not only forgave Garcia after the criticism he had received, but also gave him help at the most difficult time of his life. But before that brotherhood gesture, there was a story of disagreements that seemed insurmountable.
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The conflict between Charly García and Palito Ortega in the 70s
In the 1970s, Argentine rock began to consolidate as a countercultural movement, challenging commercial music dominated by artists such as Palito Ortega. Charly, with his irreverent spirit, represented that rebellion and did not hesitate to express his contempt for the call “Light music” that Ortega embodied. The tension reached its maximum point in 1977, when Garcia harshly criticized one of the films starring the actor and singer.
Far from being silent, the tucumano brought the matter to the Justice. As a result, Charly had to retractmarking one of the first major public disputes between exponents of different musical genres in Argentina. With that action, the crack between the two seemed to consolidate, with each one following opposite paths in the industry.
For many years, their trajectories remained distant. Charly became the Maximum reference for rock nationalwhile Ortega consolidated his career as a producer and entrepreneur. However, fate had prepared an unexpected reunion in 2005, when Luis Ortega, Son of Palito, he gathered them in an event in the Faena Hotel. It was there that Charly, with her characteristic spontaneity, told her former rival: “Palito, let’s not fight anymore.”
That brief exchange sealed the beginning of a new stage. The hostility was behind and began to share moments, although no one imagined that, a few years later, Ortega would be key in the recovery of Garcia in his worst personal and health crisis.
How Palito Ortega helped Charly García at his most difficult time
In 2008, the rock god crossed a borderline situation. After an episode of nervous breakdown in Mendoza, he was admitted to Buenos Aires under court order. His physical and mental health It was deteriorated, and there seemed to be no way out. It was then that the producer made a decision that would change the fate of the rocker: he invited him to Continue your treatment in your fifth of Luján.
In that atmosphere of calm, surrounded by nature and music, Charly found a shelter. Palito not only gave him a home, but also a Recording study at your disposal. Over time, the passion for music and unconditional support of Ortega were key to Charly’s recovery.
Source: Ambito
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