Natalia Lafourcade
Mexican singer-songwriter, La Forquetina
Born
February 26th, 1984
41 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Mexico
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A prominent singer-songwriter in the Latin music scene, this individual achieved recognition for blending pop, rock, and traditional Mexican sounds. Debut album, 'Natalia Lafourcade', released in 2002, showcased talent and passion for music. Subsequent works, including 'Hasta la Raíz', earned acclaim and multiple Latin Grammy Awards. Collaborations with various artists further highlighted versatility and creativity.
Released the acclaimed album 'Hasta la Raíz'
Won several Latin Grammy Awards
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