Breaking the Barriers: Defines Music

Growing up, I only listened to Spanish country music, called "Rancheras" and "Corridos," which made it hard for me to learn how to speak English. But music broke those barriers as I learned English from listening to artist such as Celine Dion and Mariah Carey. That allowed me to learn how to speak both languages fluently. But I have realized that music has always been a great part of my life because I tend to relate my passion for justice through lyrics that are not known through the news or through our everyday conversations.

I seek the truth through music that is found within my soul, my heart, and most importantly my culture. The "Corridos" tend to be the part of music in which it tells a story about crimes,corruption, and a violation of human rights that are committed between societies of two different nations. Heart and soul is what "Corridos" represent and I feel that Los Tigres Del Norte have brought that into context throughout their 30 year career in the music Industry. This dedication made me want to listen to their message, and I choose to play such truth-telling music on the radio show that I host in Wisconsin. Los Tigres del Norte are loved in America as much as the "Beatles" are loved. They are the "Beatles" of Mexico you could say. They represent a generation of sacrifices and passion toward living life free from corruption and seeking truth through what they love and I love; Music. Their music along with other artist such as Mana, who are like the Nirvana of Mexico, and Juanes who is just an inspiration to many individuals including myself; has inspired me to write for justice and to pursue a career in politics at the U.S. Embassy in Mexico.