The road to success in regional Mexican music, a genre historically dominated by men, has been difficult for women. But their constant struggle over the years has led them to have a greater presence at the forefront, although they are still a minority and much remains to be done to achieve equality. Even those who belong to families with a successful musical legacy have had to overcome obstacles to achieve their goals.
“For me, to be the only woman musically representing the Fernández Dynasty is something that makes me happy and makes me proud of the roots where I come from,” says Camila Fernández, granddaughter of Vicente, daughter of genre superstar Alejandro Fernández and sister of singer Alex Fernández. “The representation of women in music is growing day by day and I believe that if we support each other, we would create more impact,” she adds. “Of course, there are a lot more things that can change.”
From the challenge of living up to the family name, to combining work and personal life and what can be done to elevate and empower the work of women in Mexican music, read what these five female stars have to say.. Her father, Pepe Aguilar, is one of the most important and respected singers of ranchera music. Ángela is currently the most successful female figure in regional Mexican music.
It’s about expressing yourself with your music, not keeping quiet, not worrying about what people will say and moving forward. I believe that today there are more women in the genre, and if we unite we will be stronger and more powerful. The important thing is not only to say it, but to do it. Show support with deeds.Majo is the granddaughter of Antonio Aguilar and Flor Silvestre, daughter of Antonio Aguilar Jr., niece of Pepe Aguilar and cousin of Ángela.