The Top 5 Latin Music Singers of All Time
From Selena to Gloria Estefan, these are the most influential and famous Latin music singers of all time according to Billboard.
Celia Cruz
One of the most popular Latin music singers of all time, Celia Cruz was born in Cuba in 1924 and later moved to the United States. She began her career in the 1950s, and over the next five decades, she recorded more than 70 albums and earned numerous awards. Her distinctive voice and style helped to popularize Cuban music and she is considered one of the most influential Latin musicians of the 20th century. Cruz died in 2003, but her legacy continues to live on through her music.
Gloria Estefan
Gloria Estefan is a Cuban-American singer-songwriter, actress and businesswoman. Gloria Estefan has sold an estimated 100 million records worldwide, including 31.5 million in the United States alone. Gloria Estefan is the most successful crossover performer in Latin music history. Her career has spanned over three decades and has resulted in numerous awards and achievements, including three Grammy Awards, four Latin Grammy Awards, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Hollywood Boulevard.
Ricky Martin
Ricky Martin is a Puerto Rican singer, actor, and author who is one of the best-selling Latin music artists of all time. He has sold over 70 million albums worldwide and his hits include “Livin’ La Vida Loca,” “She Bangs,” and “La Copa de la Vida.” In addition to his musical career, Ricky Martin has also starred in television shows and movies such as “General Hospital,” “The Masked Singer,” and “Enrique Iglesias: Hero.”
Shakira
Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll (born February 2, 1977), known mononymously as Shakira, is a Colombian singer, songwriter, dancer, record producer, and actress. Born and raised in Barranquilla, she began performing in school, demonstrating Latin American influences with her Arabian-inspired dance movements. Shakira entered the English-language market with her fifth album, Laundry Service (2001). Its lead single “She Wolf” became an international hit.
Selena
No discussion of the top Latin music singers of all time would be complete without Selena. She was a legendary figure in the Latin music world and her tragic death only added to her legend. Selena was a true pioneer, helping to bring Latin music to a mainstream audience. She was a gifted singer and songwriter who had a truly unique style. Her music was a mix of traditional Mexican sounds and contemporary pop, which appealed to both Latino and non-Latino audiences. Selena was an immensely popular singer who had great success in both the Latin and mainstream markets. She is one of the best-selling Latin artists of all time and has left a lasting legacy.
