Chavela Vargas
Chavela Vargas was a renowned Costa Rican-born Mexican singer and actress, celebrated for her powerful interpretations of traditional Mexican ranchera music. Known for her deep, emotive voice and passionate performances, Vargas became an iconic figure in Latin American music and culture. Her life was marked by personal struggles and triumphs, making her an enduring symbol of resilience and artistic expression.
Born on Aug 17, 1919 (105 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uruguay | 1 | 8.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 3,473,730 | 1,626 | $54,000 | 25$ |
| Spain | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 18,998 | $1,400,000 | 569$ |
| Venezuela | 1 | 8.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 28,435,943 | 15,438 | $48,000 | 26$ |
| Totals | 3 | 78,664,451 | 36,062 | $1,502,000 | 620$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Venezuela:
Chavela Vargas was a singer who made Mexico her homeland and broke preconceived notions of what a female artist was at the time.
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Spain:
Chavela Vargas is included in the exhibition as a prominent figure in the history of Latina women in entertainment.
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Uruguay:
Joaquín Sabina recounts his encounter with Chavela Vargas before performing Por el bulevar de los sueños rotos.
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Peru:
Chavela Vargas was a Mexican singer of Costa Rican origin who greatly influenced Joaquín Sabina.
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Costa Rica:
Chavela Vargas was celebrated by Joaquín Sabina in his return to Costa Rica.
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Spain:
Chavela Vargas was an indomitable artist who fought tenaciously for her freedom and sexual choice.
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Mexico:
Chavela Vargas is mentioned in relation to the contrast in her artistic style as she aged.
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