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#VivaMexico: 11 Musical Gems Mexico Gave Us

September 16, 2015 - 11:34 am by Marjua Estevez TWITTER

Happy Mexican Independence Day! 

While México and its future becomes more and more a point of conversation (or debate rather), the U.S. nation continues to benefit from a generation of Chicanos boasting economic power, political influence, richness in diversity and musical genius. The latter most easily apparent and undeniably impactful, thanks to the likes of Carlos Santana and Selena Quintanilla. In honor of Mexico's 205th anniversary of independence, we pay tribute to some of today's most beloved musicians of Mexican descent.

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Carlos Santana
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Carlos Santana

A legendary quitarist whose musical genius permeated even the realm of hip-hop. 

B-Real
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B-Real

B-Real of the legendary hip-hop crew Cypress Hill, puts on for Chicano culture in his music and music videos.  

Selena Quintanilla
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Selena Quintanilla

The Queen of Tejano music… Rest in power. 

Selena Gomez
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Selena Gomez

The other Selena who was named after the first one. 

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Kap G

The ATL rapper is a small tide still making waves. 

Miguel
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Miguel

Yes, he reps México on his father's side. Look out for a Spanish album in the future… 

Becky G
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Becky G

"We Are Mexico" … 'nuff said. 

Kid Cudi
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Kid Cudi

Man On the Moon still bangs! (FYI, representing México on his father's side). 

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Snow Tha Product

Two words: #StayWoke

Thalia
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Thalia

Thalia has forged her legacy in the Latin pop world. Deal with it. 

Maná
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Maná

Who can forget Maná? The Mexican rock band from Guadalajara, Jalisco has touched the many lives of Latino America and beyond with their deep vocals, goosebump-worthy lyrics and inspiring rhythms. Enough Grammys to fill your kitchen cabinet. 

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