San Cristobal de las Casas' residents frequently experience shortages and infrastructure failures that deny them access to potable water for days, weeks and even years, in some cases. This protest ...

Rata de dos patas initially seemed like just another track on Paquita la del Barrio’s 2000 album, but it quickly gained momentum, resonating deeply with audiences.

Born Francisca Viveros Barradas, Paquita la del Barrio captivated audiences with songs of heartbreak and betrayal, including anthems like “Rata de dos patas” and “Tres veces te engañé.” While her fan ...

Paquita la del Barrio, the iconic Mexican singer known for her powerful voice and scathing lyrics aimed at unfaithful men, died Monday at her home in Alto Lucero in Veracruz, Mexico. She was 77.

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.

Paquita la Del Barrio, the famous Mexican songstress known for her hits like “Rata de doe patas” and “Azul celeste,” died at the age of 77 on February 17, 2025.

Famed Mexican singer-songwriter Paquita la del Barrio has died at the age of 77, her team announced Monday in a statement on Instagram. “Rest in peace, your music and legacy will always live in ...

A Life of Resilience. Born Francisca Viveros Barradas on April 2, 1947, in Alto Lucero, Veracruz, Paquita la del Barrio carved out a path that took her voice and message across the world.

Mexican singer Paquita la del Barrio performs at the 14th annual Latin Grammy Awards, Nov. 21, 2013 at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. Robyn Beck/AFP via Getty Images "Her songs ...

Paquita la del Barrio: Remembering a Short But Mighty Presence. In the macho world of regional Mexican music, the singer dispassionately excoriated men, and was gleefully applauded for it.

Paquita la del Barrio, you will always be remembered!" The group added: "Your music will continue to be sung and your name will never be forgotten." Paquita's music was born of real-life experience.

Paquita la del Barrio, the beloved Mexican singer known for her bold, fearless music, passed away at 77. A true "Warrior of Bolero," Paquita's rise to fame, iconic catchphrases like “¿Me estás oyendo, ...