: A tropical storm, Priscilla, struck the area shortly after his departure. Manuel never returned, and his body was never found.

The official video for by the Mexican rock band Maná is a poignant visual representation of one of Latin rock's most enduring legends. Released in 1998 as part of the album Sueños Líquidos , the song and video immortalize a tragic true story of eternal love and waiting. The Real Story: Rebeca Méndez Jiménez

: For over 40 years , Rebeca waited at the pier of San Blas. She famously wore her white wedding dress, believing Manuel would eventually return to marry her.