FILE - Paquita la del Barrio durante su presentación en la 14a edición de los Latin Grammy en el Hotel y Casino Mandalay Bay el 21 de noviembre de 2013, en Las Vegas. (Foto Chris Pizzello ...

Paquita, who died at 77, paved the way for women to break into the world of rancheras and boleros. These are the songs that have made her an icon.

Paquita la del Barrio songs had an indelible impact not only in música mexicana, but in Latin music broadly. Here are five of her best songs that capture the fearless spirit of the “Warrior of ...

Over the course of a 50-year career, Paquita used biting lyrics to address machismo and sexism both within the industry and in the lives of everyday women.

Paquita la del Barrio, who died on Monday at age 77, left behind a powerful legacy — and some of Mexico's most unapologetic anthems.

Veteran Mexican singer Paquita la del Barrio has passed away at 77. Following the announcement, fans rushed to social media to mourn her demise and pay tribute to the legendary artist. Paquita la ...

Paquita la del Barrio sang of heartbreak and the pain of infidelity, spitting out insults with relish, and empowering a whole generation of women. She has died at 77.

Paquita la del Barrio was a force to be reckoned with in regional Mexican music, a genre historically and still dominated by men. Her perspective and take on rancheras - often calling out the ...

Legendary Mexican singer Paquita la del Barrio is being remembered for her colorful personality, how she carved a path for female Hispanic singers.

Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio dies at 77 “RIP Paquita la del Barrio, the feminist icon from Mexico who sang what others were afraid to say,” wrote Apple Music.

24 hours after her passing in Veracruz, Mexico, the family of Paquita la del Barrio has announced plans for a public funeral. The iconic Mexican singer died in her sleep on Monday morning ...