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Exploraré la música en México y las canciones/cantantes más populares. Estaré mirando los géneros musicales clásicos y los artistas clásicos.

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Las artistas mexicanas más populares son parte de una banda

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Browse the top mexican artists to find new music. Scrobble songs to get recommendations on tracks you’ll love.

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duelo es una banda de méxico. La banda comenzó a hacer música en 1990 hasta 2006.

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La canción más popular de Duelo es "Puño De Diamantes" con 78 millones views

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DUELO - Puño De Diamantes (Video Oficial)

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Las 3 mejores canciones de noviembre son "Harley Quinn", "Que Onda" y "Lou Lou".

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A ranking of the top songs based on streaming and sales activity from within the country- as tracked by Luminate. The ranking is based on a weighted formula incorporating official-only streams on b...

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Trying to put a list of the "best Mexican songs" would be very difficult and an endless mission, that's why we only selected 10 famous and traditional Mexican songs that most represent Mexico, one of them and that undoubtedly should be in our Top Ten was the most sung and listened to during the Fifa World Cups by thousands of Mexicans.

Do you already know which one I refer to? If you have been in Mexico during a Soccer World Cup I'm sure you do, but let's start with this fun list of popular and traditional Mexican songs...

1. Cielito Lindo y Querido

If you have been in Mexico during a World Cup and were attentive, you already know that this popular song is the most sung during Mexico's matches in the World Cup and it is one of the best-known Mexican songs in the world, obviously we could not leave it until the end because it is a song that distinguishes Mexico and that when Mexican people hear it anywhere I think most of us want to put on our charro hat or green shirt and sing so loudly:
¡Ay, ay, ay, ay canta y no llores porque cantando se alegran cielito lindo los corazones!
Some interesting facts about this song are: that it is one of the informal symbols of Mexico, it was created by the Mexican author Quirino Mendoza y Cortés inspired by his wife, it is a song sung by several prominent artists, the song that cannot be missing in the world cups and some international events. Is also the inspiration for some brand names and companies such as Cielito Café.

Do you know it? I invite you to listen to it now:

2. México Lindo y Querido

In place number 2 of famous Mexican songs, we have this song that is listened to very often throughout the country, especially in September (the month of the Mexican Independence), because it is a song that makes us feel proud of being Mexican because it reminds us that Mexico has so many beautiful landscapes that you will not be able to find in other countries, as well as the countless traditions that exist around Mexico.

Some interesting facts about this song are: it is a song known in many countries and more in the American continent, it was created in 1921 by Moreliano Chucho Monge, but it became famous thanks to the artist and actor Jorge Negrete.

Surely all the Mexicans that live in another country feel some nostalgia for being far from their homeland when they listen to this song.

And well, I leave the song here:

3. Mi Ciudad

This song is listened to a lot, more often in the center of the country, because it was inspired by Mexico City, some may know the lyrics and when they sing it, are filled with emotion and pride, but others have simply heard it from Luis Miguel. Although let me tell you that this song was made by a great artist born in Mérida, Yucatán.

Let's see, so why create a song inspired by Mexico City and not where he was born (Mérida)? Well, it's simple, because José Alfonso Ontiveros Carrillo, better known as Guadalupe Trigo, lived most of his life in Mexico City, in a few words since he was a child, that's why he became fond of this city, as they say, the artist who fell in love with his people.

We have currently heard it from many artists, among them are: María de Lourdes, Lola Beltrán, Vicente Fernández, and the artist that I have personally heard this song the most is Luis Miguel, until now the last one who has released an album with this song.

4. El Son de la Negra

For national holidays this is one of the most listened to and danced songs throughout Mexico by different folk dance groups.

It is also one of the most representative of Mexico in the world because not only its song but also the dance is well known, and the costumes used are so beautiful and colorful that they hint at the diversity, traditions and customs that our country has.

Some interesting facts about this popular song are that it was composed by Blas Galindo in 1940, born in Jalisco; the song was presented for the first time during the Mexican music program; It is also said that it was a song composed during the time of the Independence of Mexico.

Listen to the Son de la Negra, a song and dance known throughout the world:

5. Bésame Mucho

This song could not be missing from our list because it was and continues to be a popular song not only in Mexico but almost all over the world, many of us have heard and sung it and we have even seen it in movies where Pedro Infante performs it.

But surely there is something that perhaps you did not know: that this song has been so successful that many famous artists have sung it, from national to international, such as The Beatles, Ana Gabriel, Zoé, Placido Domingo, Andrea Bocelli, Elvis Presley, Thalia and many more.

Another interesting fact about this song is that it has been performed in different languages; also that it was written by the Mexican composer Consuelito Velázquez in 1940 and recorded by the Mexican Emilio Tuero, who was the one who gave this beautiful and romantic song true success, from that moment it exploded all over the world and various artists began to sing it.

In addition, this song has sometimes been used to serenade the bride or vice versa due to its romanticism and soft sensuality, performed from majestic orchestras to a simple guitar, a song that we identify only by listening to the pure melody.

True or not, does it deserve to be on our list?

Get comfortable and listen to the most romantic song in Mexico.

6. El Huapango de Moncayo

El Huapango de Moncayo is a song that premiered in 1941 at the Palace of Fine Arts, it is considered the second Mexican National Anthem.

It was composed by José Pablo Moncayo, who was based on the traditional rhythms of Huapango from Veracruz.

It is used a lot in official acts as well as in promotions about tourism in Mexico like the one I present to you below, Take a seat and enjoy it!

7. Canción Mixteca

The song says where mexicans come from and where we are.

The song that gives goosebumps to those who are far from their land, but who never forget.

It doesn't need an introduction, just listen to it and remember:

8. Guadalajara

In honor of the lands of Jalisco but with more representation of one of its beautiful cities "Guadalajara", with its lyrics you can realize with how much love and dedication it was created, a song that, like the previous ones, is listened to very often in September, as well as sometimes this theme is prepared to give presentations of folk dances.

Some interesting facts about this song are: that it was composed and written a little over half a century ago (in 1954) by Pepe Guizar, it was so successful in Mexico and around the world that the famous artist Elvis Presley interpreted it, in fact, the slogan for the city of Guadalajara "La Ciudad de Las Rosas" was born from the same song.

9. El Sinaloense

Just like the previous song from Guadalajara that was composed and written in honor of their beautiful land, also the Sinaloans were not left behind and composed their song in honor of their beautiful city because they carry the big party in their souls.

"El Sinaloense" is a song that when listening to it makes us proud of what we have in Mexico and even more so if you are in another country or outside your homeland "Sinaloa", this song is very catchy and makes you want to tap your feet, is a hymn for this city because as the song says:
I am from mere Sinaloa, where the waves break!
A curious fact that you may not have known is that this song was sung for the first time in a nightclub in Guadalajara, just over half a century ago, and it was so successful that time that the same people asked for the same song over and over again. El Sinaloense, the song that has crossed borders.

10. El Rey

I think that every Mexican has sung El Rey at some point, with a few shots of Tequila on top because it is one of the most favorite songs of many Mexicans, its lyrics make us feel the Mexican "pride".

Whether we have heard it from José Alfredo Jiménez, Vicente Fernández, Luis Miguel or some other artist, whatever your favorite artist is, it is worth putting it on our list.

This song was written by the famous singer-songwriter José Alfredo Jiménez who was the first to sing "El Rey", then it was performed by Pedro Vargas and later by the famous Mexican Charro Vicente Fernández. It is very well known in other countries.

And so far our list of the Most Representative Songs of Mexico has ended, but there is no doubt that there are more and more songs that we can continue to include in this list, just to mention a few that you have surely heard at some point are: the famous song of La Cucaracha, Las Mañanitas Mexicanas, La Culebra, El Jarabe Tapatío, Allá en el Rancho Grande, Cucurrucucú Paloma, Amorcito Corazón, La Bikina and many more that, as I said, we would not finish.

Well, I think that with these songs that we have heard, it seems like a shot of Tequila or some Mexican drink is craving, right?

I hope you liked this Top Ten, so if you throw a party commemorating the national month, you already know what songs you should play or ask the Mariachi to celebrate with all your heart and joyfully shout ¡Viva México!

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Discover the melodies that have shaped Mexican music history. Explore the top 10 Mexican songs of all time, celebrating the rich cultural heritage and timeless tunes that continue to captivate audiences worldwide!

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la canción "Cielito Lindo" es la canción mexicana más popular de todos los tiempos. fue hecho en 1995.

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En México los music genre más populares son el corrido de mariachi y la banda.

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La música de mariachi es una banda que toca instrumentos y canta/baila. Las bandas de mariachi son del western México.

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Las bandas de mariachi se originaron en los años 1700 y 1800. Representan la cultura y la historia mexicana.

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mariachi, small Mexican musical ensemble composed of a variety of mostly stringed instruments. In addition to referring to an ensemble, the term mariachi is also used for the individual performer of mariachi music or for the music itself. Mariachi has long been considered a uniquely Mexican sound, representing a homegrown tradition that embraces both indigenous and foreign elements.

The mariachi orchestra emerged in the late 1700s or early 1800s in west-central Mexico. The word mariachi may have come from the now-extinct language of the Coca Indians, but both the word's etymology and the early history of the form and its followers are unknown. The typical instruments of contemporary mariachi include the , a five-string guitar related to an instrument popular in the Spanish Renaissance; the guitarrón, a large, fretless six-string bass guitar; a standard six-string acoustic guitar; and violins and trumpets, which usually play the melody. Trumpets were not added until the early 20th century, but they are now more or less an essential element. Mariachi music initially consisted of local or regional sones (instrumental music), but, early on, performances began to include vocal elements.

Early mariachis dressed in peasant garb (usually white), though since the early 20th century male mariachi bands typically have worn traje de charro, the attire of the cowboys of Jalisco-matching uniforms with tight, ornamented trousers, boots, wide bow ties, sombreros, and short jackets. The traditional ensemble was all-male, but since the 1940s women have played an increasing role in mariachi performance, and by the early 21st century there were a number of all-female mariachi groups. Most female performers dressed either in a modified version of traje de charro or in china poblana, a traditional costume consisting typically of an embroidered blouse, a long colourful skirt, and a rebozo (shawl).

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Mariachi | Mexican culture, traditional instruments, folk songs

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Mariachi, small Mexican musical ensemble composed of a variety of mostly stringed instruments. In addition to referring to an ensemble, the term mariachi is also used for the individual performer of mariachi music or for the music itself. Mariachi has long been considered a uniquely Mexican sound,

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las bandas de mariachis usan el Guitarrón, Vihuela Mexicana, Arpa, Guitarra, Violín, Trompeta y cantan.

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The Guitarrón is a large bass guitar. Guitarrón translates to large guitar - the suffix means big or large. It has 6 strings. Three are nylon wound with a nylon monofilament core or nylon fibers. The other three strings are steel, bronze, or copper wound with a single steel string core.

Guide to the gauge of each string (from 6th to 1st)

6- A ( .098 ) STEEL/BRONZE WOUND

5- D ( .075 ) STEEL/BRONZE WOUND

4- G ( .055 ) STEEL/BRONZE WOUND

3- C ( .105 ) NYLON WOUND

2- E ( .070 ) NYLON WOUND

1- A ( .055 ) NYLON WOUND

Playing the Guitarrón

The sound is produced by pulling the strings is loud and powerful. This instrument has a distinctive timbre quality that is warm and colorful. The large hollow-body, with the convex back, enhances the lower frequencies. Thus producing a rich bass sound. The fingerboard (el díapson) is fretless. The tuning mechanism can be metal machine heads or wooden pegs (the wooden pegs are called las clavijas). The strings are heavy gauge, and the tension is firm. An exceptional and specific left-hand technique is required to depress the strings. Support, clarity, and intonation are essential when producing the desired notes being played. Left-hand strength is desirable but not necessary. The right hand is used for plucking or pulling (el jalón) two strings simultaneously near the sound hole of the Guitarrón. When the two strings are played together for each written note, they play in octaves. Pulling on a single string instead of double string also produces warmth and color of the notes played. The fretless fingerboard is used to depress the string, to stop) with the fingers in certain positions thus producing the notes desired.

Function in the Mariachi Ensemble

The role of the Guitarrón functions as the backbone of the mariachi ensemble. It provides the bass line, the primary rhythmic pulse, and primary musical guide. Paired with the guitar and vihuelas, together commonly referred to as the rhythm section or las armonías. It is interesting to note that the Guitarrón eventually replaced the harp as a bass instrument. The Guitarrón was the instrument preferred by the mariachi musicians in central Jalisco.

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Meet the Traditional Mexican Instruments of Mariachi | West Music

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Learn more about traditional mariachi instruments. Get to know the mariachi guitar, Guitarra de Golpe, Guitarrónes, and Vihuela!

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"Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán" fue el primer mariachi en 1890.

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Spotify data tells the story of a genre that has emerged as an unstoppable cultural force. At the end of August, worldwide Mexican music listening on Spotify grew by 56% annually, doubling the growth rate of the previous two years. And since 2019, the volume of streams has more than doubled to reach 5.6 billion.

To celebrate this movement, we're launching a new campaign titled "México es imparable. Reprodúcelo." At its center are three short films that celebrate artists such as Eduin Caz from the banda septet Grupo Firme, and Julión Álvarez and Yahritza y su Esencia, whose music inspires a generation that returns to its roots to generate different identities.

A genre that brings together a diversity of rhythms such as banda, norteño, sierreño, grupero, and mariachi, Mexican music is becoming one of the fastest-growing local genres on the platform. For reference, the amount of streams of the genre amounts to two-thirds of the volume of reggaeton streams on Spotify.

In Mexico, one in every four music streams is a Mexican music track. In the United States, Mexican music ranks among the fastest-growing genres. Beyond the traditional strongholds, Mexican music artists are filling ever-larger concert venues in Latin American countries like Colombia and reaching new audiences in geographically remote countries like Chile.

All over the world, industry insiders and fans are wondering why.

Collaboration without boundaries

One key factor that explains the recent revival of Mexican music is that the genre has attracted stars from other genres, like reggaeton, trap, or hip-hop. These crossover artists have embraced the high-pitched guitar requintos that are a staple of corridos, and the wind instruments of banda music to create pop hits.

The number of collaborations between Mexican artists and international artists in the last two years reached 31,000. Which might explain why last year, 66 million listeners on Spotify discovered Mexican music for the first time outside of Mexico.

"Urban Latin music, in its expansion into the mainstream and the exploration of paths towards all kinds of genres, influenced Mexican music artists to make more collaborations," Alejandro Grageda, Spotify Artist and Label Partnership Lead for Mexico, tells For the Record .

"The ability to find new audiences around the world, in addition to the data and best practices that Spotify for Artists offers , have served as a catalyst to accelerate these collaborations and contribute to the expansion of Mexican music."

Collaborations have offered discovery opportunities to new fans around the world. Consider Colombian reggaeton-pop ensemble collaborating with with Piso 21 Christian Nodal in " Pa' Olvidarme de Ella ." It's their third-most-streamed track to date, and 80% of streams come from Mexican fans. 's collaboration Soy el Diablo Natanael Cano on the 2019 remix of " " increased the latter's streams by 172% in one week after its release. Spanish trap star C. Tangana in " "-his version of a corrido tumbado-introduced Carin Leon and Adriel Favela to fans in Spain.

The trend has only deepened, as evidenced by recent releases such as Camilo alongside Grupo Firme on " ," which performed better than their other songs in countries like Colombia and Chile. There's also bachata star Romeo Santos duetting with Christian Nodal on " ," which is distinctively popular with Mexican fans. Despite Romeo having similarly sized fanbases in Mexico and America, Mexicans have streamed the song twice as many times as American fans.

Remixing traditions

Mexican music's rise in popularity can also be attributed to a new wave of artists who are reinventing their musical traditions and generating sounds that connect with young listeners.

"In Mexico, Christian Nodal and other young artists revolutionized mainstream music by breaking with the conventions of the genre," says Uriel Waizel, Editor Lead for Spotify in Mexico. "At the same time, a generation of Mexican American artists draw on their own musical roots and dominant cultures, such as hip-hop. The result is an original sound and a narrative that reaffirms the identity of its generation within a multicultural landscape."

Two genres in particular have captivated Gen Z fans: corridos and sierreño. Some nostalgia animates the resurgence of these genres, but their bucolic flavor has given way to an aesthetic and themes that are closer to urban genres such as hip-hop and reggaeton.

, which consists of brothers Corridos Tumbados combine guitar requintos with bass-heavy trap beats, which can be heard in songs from Natanael Cano and Junior H. Their more melodic variant, sad sierreño , is represented by acts like Yahritza Y Su Esencia as well as the duet Eslabon Armado Pedro and Brian Tovar.

Grupo Firme also changed the game by mixing banda and norteño style with contemporary rhythms and ditching the traditional sombreros for a unique glam style. The band has achieved cult status for their epic live performances in stadiums across Mexico and the United States and a devotion that reaches K-Pop levels of fandom.

"The mix of sounds in Grupo Firme's music has been something very important because many doors have been opened. The stereotypes that Mexican music had have been broken, and fusions have been made with artists from other genres," says Eduin.

As Mexican music finds ways to connect with new fans across generations and borders, we've loved watching its rapid rise across the globe. And through campaigns like "México es imparable. Repordúcelo," we'll continue to spotlight the artists and songs who are turning this genre into a global powerhouse.
MEXCLA , the Spotify hub dedicated to Mexican music and its forays into other musical genres, and the playlist that brings together the best fusions.

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A New Generation of Artists Is Reinventing Mexican Music and Captivating Listeners Around the World - Spotify

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Spotify data tells the story of a genre that has emerged as an unstoppable cultural force. At the end of August, worldwide Mexican music listening on Spotify grew by 56% annually, doubling the growth rate of the previous two years. And since 2019, the volume of streams has more than doubled to reach 5.6 billion....

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estas son las mejores canciones de artistas mexicanos en spotify.