He is brother of another flamenco singer "Orillo del Puerto".
He was always running naked from side to side and his gipsy neighbour “El Mono” used to call him “Rancapino” because he looked like a burning pine.
[1] Rancapino began as a singer during his childhood, acting at family and neighborhood parties.
Friend and mate of Camaron de la Isla from his childhood they sang together in taverns and tablaos of the Bay of Cadiz, as the "Venta de Vargas" in San Fernando.
[3] He is noted for his characteristic deep hoarse voice, which makes him one of the greatest exponents of the "Cante Jondo".