These days, Latin music is an indelible part of pop culture. Look no further than the success of Bad Bunny, the most-streamed artist in the world, and the “Encanto” soundtrack, Disney’s biggest pop smash in years, among countless other examples. In 2022, the idea of having to “cross over” from Spanish to English seems dated, but that was not always the case.
For too long, a close-minded music industry worked to keep music separated by linguistic fiefdom. But thanks to the hard work and undeniable music of artists like Gloria and Emilio Estefan — along with Jennifer Lopez, Shakira, Marc Anthony and Ricky Martin, whom Emilio helped introduce to a wider audience — the American music industry looks and sounds like its residents.
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