Selena, a wonderful Tejano musician. She changed the game for Tejano music and was a role model to women, young and old. She had a few nick names because of her music and success. One was “The Queen of Tejano Music” for her splendid work and huge accomplishments. Another one was “The Mexican Madonna” for her clothes and her dance moves. Selena was very humble and a very humble person that brought her own style. She was a fashion icon to many people and celebrities. Although she didn’t live a long life as we wished, she made a huge impact throughout her lifetime. Even in her early life she inspired all. She inspired people to sing, no matter your age. And we just want to thank her for what could have been. ~Early Life~ 1971 in Lake Jackson, Texas, Selena Quintanilla was born. Daughter of Marcella Samora and Abraham Quintanilla Jr. And sibling of Suzette Quintanilla and Abraham Quintanilla. When she was around 10 she started to sing around the house and soon her dad formed a family band. Selena, was the lead singer. Suzzete, played the drums. Abraham, played bass guitar. And their dad was the manager, he booked gigs for them at hangout spots and weddings around Texas. Her dad wanted her to start singing/speaking in Spanish. Soon she began writing songs in Spanish. Her success …show more content…
Her album titled, Ven Conmigo, released in 1990 was a huge success Selena had received the first ever gold status in Tejano history! She later took a break from her hectic schedule to focus on her life, she later married the bands lead guitarist, Chris Perez that April. Then, in 1993 she won a Grammy for Best Mexican Album for her album, Live. Her other song, Amor Prohibido, was released that same year and went gold. Later, she went to work on her first English-Language album that she hoped would put her at the top. Unfortunately, she didn’t live to see her