Selena Quintanilla-Pérez: The Tejano Music Queen Who Defied Genres and Inspired Generations

Selena Quintanilla-Pérez (1971-1995) was an American singer, songwriter, and fashion designer known as "Selena." She was born in Lake Jackson, Texas, to a Mexican-American family and rose to fame in the 1990s as the "Tejano Music Queen" for her powerful voice and energetic stage presence.

Selena's music blended traditional Tejano music with pop and R&B styles, and she became one of the most successful Latin artists of all time, selling over 60 million albums worldwide. She won numerous awards, including four Grammy Awards, and was named "Best Female Rock Vocalist" by Billboard in 1994.

Selena's life and career were cut short when she was murdered by her fan club president, Yolanda Saldivar, in 1995. Her legacy has continued to inspire generations of Latinx artists and fans, and she remains a cultural icon and symbol of hope for many.