The artistic community is in mourning following the announcement of the passing of Xava Drago, lead singer of the Mexican rock band Coda. The news of his death was confirmed by his family this Thursday through a post on the singer’s social media. Here’s everything we know about his passing.
How did Xava Drago, Coda’s vocalist, die?
Although the official cause of death has not yet been released, his family confirmed that Xava died due to complications from stomach cancer. Earlier in August, the singer revealed that he was in the terminal stage of the illness and was only receiving palliative care.
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The band expressed their grief with an emotional message on social media, where they described him as a warrior and a true music lover:
“Our hearts are broken. With deep sadness we want to share with you that our beloved Xava has passed away. We send our embrace to his entire family and sincerely hope they soon find comfort and peace in their hearts. We are with you.”
Before his death, Xava left one final message, shared Thursday on his official Instagram account:
“Recognizing and accepting that we are only passing through this world is a great gateway to embrace life: to enjoy it and cherish it. Today my life has come to an end, and all I can say is that I lived it my way. I sang, I rocked, but above all, I enjoyed and loved every wonderful moment I built. By the time you read these lines, I will have crossed over to that place where pain no longer exists, where I can rest peacefully, and most importantly, where I will be reunited with my beautiful mother. Thank you once again to everyone for so much love, good energy, and rock and roll. I bid you farewell with much love.”
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How old was Xava Drago?
At the time of his death, the singer was 54 years old.
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Who was Xava Drago, vocalist of Coda?
Born in Mexico City, Xava Drago discovered his passion for music at an early age. By 17, he was already playing in bands like Ultimátum and Megatón, projects that marked the beginning of a career that would soon gain recognition in the national rock scene.
In 1989, he teamed up with guitarist Toño Ruiz to form Coda, a band that became one of the pillars of Mexican rock in the 1990s. With this group, Drago made his mark through iconic albums such as Enciéndelo (1992) and Veinte para las doce (1995). Songs like “Aún”, “Tócame”, and “Eternamente” became anthems that continue to resonate with multiple generations.
His artistic curiosity also led him to explore a solo career with the album Quinto Sol, where he expressed his commitment to Latin identity and cultural strength. His talent and charisma allowed him to share the stage with international figures such as Sammy Hagar and Chad Smith, drummer of Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Before his passing, Drago recorded two unreleased songs that will be released soon, adding to a legacy that keeps his voice alive in the history of rock.
