About Latin music
Latin music is a music genre that emerged in Spain, United States and Portugal. It is usually classed as a form of music.
Among the best-known names in the style are Jennifer Lopez, Nelly Furtado, Sofia Carson, Becky G, Sérgio Mendes and Maite Perroni.
Latin music has given rise to 18 subgenres on this site, such as Flamenco, Latin pop, Music of Latin America and Latin rock.
From Wikipedia
Latin music (Portuguese and Spanish: música latina) is a term used by the music industry as a catch-all category for various styles of music from Ibero-America, which encompasses Latin America, Spain, Portugal, and the Latino population in Canada and the United States, as well as music that is sung in either Spanish or Portuguese. It may also include music from other territories where Spanish- and Portuguese-language music is made.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Latin music.
Key artists
- Jennifer Lopez
- Nelly Furtado
- Sofia Carson
- Becky G
- Sérgio Mendes
- Maite Perroni
- JC Gonzalez
- KAJ
- Concha Buika
Frequently asked questions
What is Latin music?
Latin music is a music genre that emerged in Spain, United States and Portugal. It is usually classed as a form of music.
Where and when did Latin music originate?
Latin music originated in Spain, United States and Portugal.
Who are famous Latin music artists?
Jennifer Lopez, Nelly Furtado, Sofia Carson, Becky G, Sérgio Mendes and Maite Perroni.