Not only did Paquita la del Barrio blaze a trail for women in música mexicana, she also rallied against the misogyny that ran rampant in the genre from the moment she stepped onto the music scene. For ...

Paquita la del Barrio, one of Mexico’s most beloved and iconic female artists, died at the age of 77 from a heart attack Feb. 17.

MEXICO CITY — Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio, known for her powerful voice and fierce defense of women, died at her home in Veracruz early Monday at the age of 77.

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.

Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio has died, leaving a legacy of songs about heartbreak and betrayal, including 'Rata de Dos Patas' and 'Tres Veces te Engañé.' ...

Paquita la del Barrio, Mexican Singer, Dies at 77: 'A Unique and Irreplaceable Artist' la del Barrio released dozens of albums and was nominated for three Grammy Awards throughout her decades ...

FILE - Mexican singer Paquita La Del Barrio poses backstage with the Premio La Voz at the first annual Mexican Billboard Awards, Oct. 20, 2011, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File) ...

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio, known for her powerful voice and fierce defense of women, died at her home in Veracruz early Monday at the age of 77.