What is Selena Quintanilla best known for?
What is Selena Quintanilla best known for?
Sometimes called the “Queen of Tejano,” Selena’s music expanded the audience for Texan-Mexican music, and contributed to a rise in Latin music popularity across the United States. Selena’s album Selena Live! won a Grammy Award in 1994, making her the first Tejano artist to win a Grammy.
What did Selena Quintanilla do to help the world?
In August 1994, Selena hosted a charity baseball game to raise money for unspecified charities. She also donated her time to civic organizations such as D.A.R.E. and planned a fundraising concert to help AIDS patients. In January 1995, Selena headlined the Teach the Children festival in San Antonio.
What are 3 important facts about Selena?
Selena was the first Tejano artist ever to win a Grammy Award. Selena’s album “Ven Conmigo” was the first Tejano album ever to go Gold. Selena was named “Female Artist of The Year” for 9 years in a row, at the Tejano Music Awards. Selena y Los Dinos was named 3rd Best Dressed Group in 1994.
