Paul Pena, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Paul Pena

American musician

Date of Birth: 26-Jan-1950

Place of Birth: Hyannis, Massachusetts, United States

Date of Death: 01-Oct-2005

Profession: singer, musician, songwriter

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Paul J.
Pena (January 26, 1950 – October 1, 2005) was a blind American singer, songwriter and guitarist of Cape Verdean descent. His music from the first half of his career touched on Delta blues, jazz, morna, flamenco, folk and rock and roll.
Pena is probably best known for writing the song "Jet Airliner," a major 1977 hit for the Steve Miller Band and a staple of classic rock radio; and for appearing in the 1999 documentary film Genghis Blues, wherein he displayed his abilities in the field of Tuvan throat singing.