Romica Puceanu (; 1926–1996) was a Romani singer and interpreter of urban lăutărească music from Romania.
Early life Puceanu started to sing professionally when she was 14, with the "Brothers Gore taraf", one of the most famous tarafuri of the time.
Career She was highly appreciated for her unique voice and for the sensibility of her singing.
Personal life Despite her professional success, she had an unhappy love life, which led to some drinking problems, and also affected her voice in the latter part of her life.
She was married to the accordionist Bebe Șerban (also known as "Bebe de la Petrichioaia" – "Bebe from Petrichioaia"). Cornelia Teișanu, her niece, is also a singer.
Death Puceanu died as a result of a car accident in 1996.
See also Music of Romania
References Romica Puceanu collection edition, Jurnalul Național, March 26, 2007
The Romanian Doina
External links Video recording of Romica Puceanu's performance, from the archives of the Romanian Television