José del Refugio Sánchez Saldaña (Altamira, Tamaulipas, México 3 May 1921 – Mexico City, 6 October 2000) better known as Cuco Sánchez was a Mexican singer and songwriter who wrote dozens of hits, including Anillo de Compromiso, Anoche Estuve Llorando, Por qué Peca Esa Mujer, Fallaste Corazón, Cama de Piedra, and Arrieros Somos. His songs were performed by various singing stars: Vikki Carr, Pedro Infante, Miguel Aceves Mejía, Amalia Mendoza and Chavela Vargas. His recording career began in 1937 but did not get pubic recognition until 1939.

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