Ranchera music is mourning. Paquita La del Barrio, one of the most emblematic voices in Mexico, died this February 17 at 77. The interpreter of ‘Two -legged rat‘He left an unforgettable legacy in popular music, with songs that became hymns for many generations.
The artist, whose real name was Francisca Viveros Barradashe had been facing health problems derived from effects on the sciatic nerve for years, which impacted his mobility. Despite this, he continued with his career until his last years, presenting himself in different scenarios.
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Confirm the death of Paquita la del Barrio
The death of the singer was announced through her official social networks. His communication team shared an emotional message from his relatives in which they expressed their regret and highlighted the impact he had on Mexican music.
“With deep pain and sadness, we confirm the sensitive death of our beloved paquita that of the neighborhood, in their home in Veracruz, being a unique and unrepeatable artist, who will leave us an indelible mark on the heart of all of us who met her and enjoyed His music. I respect this difficult moment.
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What did Paquita died in the neighborhood?
Although the exact cause of his death has not been officially confirmed, it is known that Paquita la del Barrio He faced various health problems in recent years, which caused a progressive deterioration of his physical condition. The singer had suffered intense pains caused by a condition in the sciatic nerve, a condition that worsened after suffering a pulmonary thrombosis that required hospitalization. Despite having managed to recover, the aftermath of this disease significantly affected its mobility, leading it to depend on a wheelchair in its last public appearances. With the passage of time, these complications impacted their ability to appear on the stage and contributed to the progressive deterioration of their health.
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Who was Paquita the neighborhood?
Francisca Viveros Barradas, better known as Paquita La del Barrio, was born on April 2 in the state of Veracruz, in a home of humble origin. As a child, she demonstrated a strong inclination for music, talent that was recognized and supported by her primary school teachers, who encouraged her to participate in school festivals. However, due to the economic difficulties of his family, which was dedicated to work in the countryside, his formal education was paused, managing to conclude primary until he is 16 years old.
Throughout his life, Paquita faced multiple personal and financial challenges. His youth was marked by difficult situations, including experiences of violence in their sentimental relationships, which influenced their perspective of life. These moments of adversity were reflected in their compositions, where it embodied an unmistakable style that combines pain, irony and strong social criticism.
