She was in the process of recording her first English-language album when she was shot by her fan-club president and died soon after. [37] She recorded three English-language compositions for the heads of EMI's pop division. [77] Entre a Mi Mundo became the first Tejano album by a female artist to sell over 300,000 copies. [78] In May 1994, Live! The album was critically acclaimed as her "breakthrough album". The special was also the number-one program in any language among adults ages 18 to 34 in Los Angeles, Chicago, and San Francisco; it tied for first in New York, beating that night's episode of Fox's reality show American Idol. [29] In 1985, to promote the album, Selena appeared on the Johnny Canales Show, a popular Spanish-language radio program, on which she continued to appear for several years. Selena and her father confronted Saldivar. had held two fashion shows to showcase their clothing line. Others said, "Easter is more important than Selena Day", and that they believed people should let Selena rest in peace and continue with their lives. [245][246] She became more popular in death than when she was alive. Some said others were too critical of Selena Day, and should not have responded so rudely. [48][49], Selena released her second studio album, Ven Conmigo, in September 1990. Live! She was in the works for a Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas Boys & Girls Clubs of America benefit concert. In 1994, she released Amor Prohibido, which became one of the best-selling Latin albums in the United States. [96] In 2001 she was inducted into the Tejano Music Hall of Fame. However, both her family and label understood the importance of this album… [318] Actress Christian Serratos is leading the main role as Selena, which was shown in a teaser trailer in late 2019. In the first years of touring, the family sang for food and barely had enough money to pay for gasoline. Born in … [167], Dreaming of You, the crossover album Selena had been working on at the time of her death, was released in July 1995. [141] Meanwhile, Saldívar attempted to leave in her pickup truck. [247] After her death, her popularity among the Hispanic population was compared to those of Marilyn Monroe and Madonna in Anglo-American culture. Better known simply as Selena, she sold more than 70 million records worldwide. [10] She was the youngest child of Marcella Ofelia Quintanilla (née Samora) who had Cherokee ancestry[11] and Abraham Quintanilla Jr., a Mexican American former musician. boutiques. [59], Selena's sister Suzette found Selena and Pérez flirting with each other and immediately informed their father. Both were equipped with in-house beauty salons. [34] Behar thought he had discovered the "next Gloria Estefan" but his superior called Behar illogical because he had been in South Texas less than a week. He wanted to promote her as an English-language solo pop artist. [7][8] Latin Post called the singer "one of the most iconic artists in Latin American music history",[244] while The New York Times called her "arguably the most important Latina musician in the country, on her way to becoming one of the most important, period. Its publishers believed interest would soon wane; they released a commemorative issue within a week when it became clear it was growing. [28] During the recording sessions for the album, Selena had to learn Spanish phonetically with guidance from her father. [225] At Fulmore Junior High School in Austin, she educated two hundred high school students about positive attitudes and setting life-goals in their adult lives. [84] "Como la Flor" helped Selena to dominate the Latin music charts and become immensely popular in Mexico — where Mexican-Americans were generally not liked among citizens — which was well received by critics. [12] Selena was raised as a Jehovah's Witness. [203] Charles Tatum said Selena drew most attention from her "beauty, sexuality, and youthful impact on the Tejano music scene". [306] Among Hispanic viewers, Selena ¡VIVE! Audience", "Selena (artist): Chart history: Regional Mexican Albums: Selena", "Disco de Oro y Platino a Viene de la Uno", "Gunshot Silences Singing Sensation Selena At Age 23", "Alvaro Torres: el antigalán de la canción", "Beloved Selena Enters Latin Music Hall of Fame", "Selena's Widower Shows a Different Side of Singer in New Book (Q&A)", "Chris Perez on his book 'To Selena, With Love, "Exclusive: 'Selena' Turns 20! The band released its first album in 1984, recording on small labels until signing with EMI Latin in 1989. [145] An hour before the doors opened, rumors that the casket was empty began circulating, which prompted the Quintanilla family to have an open-casket viewing. Quintanilla, Jr. told Greer to "mind her business". Quintanilla Jr decided to go with EMI because they were offering the crossover deal Selena wanted, while Quintanilla Jr wanted his children to be the first band to sign with EMI Latin. [133] By January 1995, Selena's fashion designer Martin Gomez, her cousin Debra Ramirez, and clients had expressed their concerns over Saldívar's behavior and management skills. can’t keep writing hits, Selena’s ability to make an English crossover album hangs in the balance. That award led Selena to a major record label contract with Capitol Records and six very successful albums. Quintanilla, Jr. told her that if she did not provide evidence that disproved his accusations, he would involve the local police. [145] She was active in the U.S. Latino community, visiting local schools to talk to students about the importance of education. He continued, "[a]t its best, it had a coolness, a type of unadorned passion". [232][233] Selena broke barriers in the Latin music world. [274] Two months later, a tribute was held at the 1995 Lo Nuestro Awards. [1] [2] Before Selena signed her contract with EMI Latin in 1989, Behar and Stephen Finfer sent out a request to EMI Records for Selena to begin her crossover album. Its music incorporates a range of contemporary genres with a mix of cumbia and regional styles of Mexican music. Cardiologist Louis Elkins continued the treatment and performed surgery based on the emergency room physician's decision. [92], In the months following her death, several honors and tributes were erected. It revealed that the bullet had entered Selena's upper right back, near her shoulder blade, passed through her chest cavity, severed the right subclavian artery, and exited her right upper chest. Other teachers expressed their concerns when they noticed how tired Selena appeared when she arrived at school. [243], Selena has been named one of the most influential Latin artists of all-time and has been credited for elevating a music genre into the mainstream market. [44] After a trip down to Mexico with the band, Pérez thought it would be best for them both to distance himself from her, but he found that impossible and chose to try to build a relationship with her. [235] At the time of her death, Selena became one of the most widely known Mexican-American vocal artists[241][242] and the most popular Latin artist in the United States. [89] The album included previously released tracks that were sung live and three studio recordings; "No Debes Jugar", "La Llamada", and "Tú Robaste Mi Corazón" — a duet with Tejano musician Emilio Navaira. At 11:48 a.m. (CST), Saldívar got a gun from her purse[138] and pointed it at Selena. The event sparked interest from people in 35 states and five different countries including Mexico, Brazil, and Ecuador. While Selena's young life was prematurely ended, she continues to win awards and sell records. [312], On August 30, 2016, a wax statue of Selena was unveiled at Madame Tussauds Hollywood. She was asked to make three demo recordings for Charles Koppelman, chairman of EMI Records. [252][253] John Lannert of Billboard said in an interview with Biography in 2007 that when Selena died the "Tejano market died with her". [76][262] As of 2017[update] it has sold over 2.942 million copies in the U.S. making it the best-selling Latin album of all-time in the country according to Nielsen SoundScan. She … [201] In his review of the remix album Enamorada de Ti (2012), Stephen Thomas Erlewine of AllMusic wrote that Selena's songs were "rooted in the '90s and sound that way". [239] Selena was called the "Queen of Tejano music", and was described as "the most important and popular Tejano star of all time". [254][255] Selena became the third female artist to sell over 300,000 units in one week, after Janet Jackson and Mariah Carey. For other people with the name, see. After the agreement, Saldívar moved from San Antonio to Corpus Christi to be closer to Selena. [182] In 2002, under a judge's order, the gun used to kill Selena was destroyed and the pieces were thrown into Corpus Christi Bay. [314] It became the best-selling celebrity line in cosmetic history. [38] Behar thought EMI Records and the public did not believe that a Mexican American woman could have "crossover potential" after Charles Koppelman denied the project. The song's music video earned Selena and Torres two nominations at the 1992 Billboard Music Awards. Fans lined up for almost a 1 mile (1.6 km). [137] Afterward, Selena again met with Saldívar in her motel room at the Days Inn in Corpus Christi. From Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Selena is the first studio album by American singer Selena. Her pro-education videos included "My Music" and "Selena Agrees". Behar and Finfer's request for a crossover album was denied and Selena was told she needed a bigger fan base to sell such an album. The singer recorded most of the songs at AMEN Studios in San Antonio, Texas; "Sukiyaki" and "My Love" were recorded at Sunrise Studios in Houston. Selena Y Los Dinos, were also the very first group, to be signed with EMI Latin. Who was Selena Quintanilla? It was critically acclaimed as being responsible for Tejano music's first marketable era as it became one of the most popular Latin music subgenres at the time. Selena Y Los Dinos, were also the very first group, to be signed with EMI Latin. Three tracks from Ven Conmigo were released as singles; "Ya Ves", "La Tracalera", and "Baila Esta Cumbia". [260] Dreaming of You joined five of Selena's studio albums on the Billboard 200 chart simultaneously, making Selena the first female artist in Billboard history to do so. [261] The album was certified 59× platinum (Latin field), for sales of 3.54 million album-equivalent units in the U.S. Selena made it to the lobby before collapsing. This album was followed by Alpha and Muñequito Ee Trapo in 1986. [143] After 50 minutes of surgery, she was pronounced dead from blood loss and cardiac arrest at 1:05 p.m. The album performed better than other recordings from other contemporaneous female Tejano singers. Critically wounded, Selena ran towards the lobby, leaving a 392-foot (119 m)-long trail of blood. [217] During the photo shoot for Entre a Mi Mundo (1992), a photographer remarked on the ways Selena's choice of clothing affected Quintanilla, Jr. tremendously; he often left sessions when Selena appeared in revealing outfits. Quintanilla, Jr. approved Saldívar's request; he believed the fan club would bring more exposure for the band. In the beginning, "Selena y Los Dinos" was a small band comprised primarily of Selena, Suzette, and A.B., but over the next few years, they added a few members and started recording for a small, local label. [300][301] Lopez rose into pop culture, for which the film's success was credited. [3][4][5][291], In 1995, Mexican actress Salma Hayek was chosen to portray Selena in a biopic produced by the Quintanilla family and Warner Bros.[292] However, Hayek turned down the role as she felt it was "too early" to base a film on Selena, and that it would be emotional since Selena's death was still being covered on American television. She took the award for Female Vocalist of the Year in 1987 at the Tejano Music Awards and landed a recording contract with EMI a few years later. [96] She was ranked fifth of the "100 most influential Latin musicians of the 20th century" according to the Orange County Register. [27] Quintanilla, Jr. believed Selena should record musical compositions related to her heritage. [283] The singer has been given many epithets by media outlets, including the "Queen of Latin music",[284] the "Queen of Cumbia",[285] the "Chicana Elvis",[286] the "Queen of hybrid pop culture", the "Hispanic Marilyn Monroe",[194] the "Tupac Shakur of Latin music",[287] the "Corpus Christi queen",[288] and the "people's princess". [293][294] Over 21,000 people auditioned for the title role, becoming the second largest audition since the search for Scarlett O'Hara in Gone with the Wind (1939). [45] They expressed their feelings for each other at a Pizza Hut restaurant and shortly afterward became a couple. (1993) won Best Mexican/American Album at the 1994 Grammy Awards, becoming the first recording by a female Tejano artist to do so. [81] The album produced four singles; "Como la Flor", "¿Qué Creías? It was suggested by nurse Carla Anthony that Saldívar needed to have the rape exam in San Antonio for three reasons: Saldívar was a resident of San Antonio, the clinic they were currently at was in Corpus Christi, and the assault occurred in Mexico. [222] Media outlets also shared Portillo's views; they said the "fairy tale story" of Selena was one that her family would want to preserve, questioning Quintanilla, Jr.'s role for pushing an image that Selena had "never made mistakes" into the media, calling it "lies" and "not the real story". [160] The news struck the Hispanic community extremely hard; many fans traveled thousands of miles to see Selena's house and boutiques, and the crime scene. Selena married Los Dinos' lead guitarist Chris Perez in April of 1992. He called Pérez a "cancer in my family" and threatened to disband the group if they continued their relationship. Inc. Alvin and the Chipmunks have more soul ... Spanish people have the worst taste in music. Betty Cortina, an editor of People, told Biography they never had an issue that was completely sold out; "it was unheard of". Her brother A.B., became Selena's principal record producer and songwriter for most of her musical career,[39] though did not write the tracks "Sukiyaki", "Contigo Quiero Estar", and "No Te Vayas". [128] Selena was a spokesperson for women in abusive relationships. [159] Many vigils and memorials were held in her honor, and radio stations in Texas played her music non-stop. [185][234][235] She is considered "one of the most significant Mexican American singers of the end of the twentieth century". [133][134] During an interview with Saldívar in 1995, reporters from The Dallas Morning News said her devotion to Selena bordered on obsession. [152], On April 3, 1995, six hundred guests—mostly family members—attended Selena's burial at Seaside Memorial Park in Corpus Christi, Texas,[153] which was broadcast live by a Corpus Christi and San Antonio radio station without the consent of her family. But the sounds are still lightly Hispanic. The family declared bankruptcy and were evicted from their home. [85] The track was nominated for Song of the Year at the 1993 Tejano Music Awards. [51][52], A registered nurse and fan named Yolanda Saldívar asked Quintanilla, Jr. to start a fan club in San Antonio. [281] The unveiling ceremony of her star was attended by around 4,500 fans, which was the largest-ever crowd for an unveiling ceremony at the Hollywood Walk of Fame. As Selena attempted to flee, Saldívar shot her once on the right lower shoulder, severing an artery and causing a severe loss of blood. In her 1999 documentary about the singer, filmmaker Lourdes Portillo expressed concerns whether Selena was a great role model for young women. [139], On April 1, Bayfront Plaza in Corpus Christi held a vigil which drew 3,000 fans. [160] Her funeral drew 60,000 mourners, many of whom traveled from outside the United States. The League of United Latin American Citizens boycotted Stern's show, finding his apology unacceptable. This album was released soon … [128][129] In late 1994, EMI chairman Charles Koppelman decided Selena had achieved her goals in the Spanish-speaking market. [225][128], In August 1994, Selena hosted a charity baseball game to raise money for unspecified charities. In 1997, Warner Bros. released Selena, a film about her life and career, which starred Jennifer Lopez as Selena and Lupe Ontiveros as Saldívar. [210] Matt S. Meier wrote in his book The Mexican American Experience: An Encyclopedia (2010) that Selena exhibited "contagious energy" during her concerts and said she displayed "warmth, passion, and sexuality" while exuding a "down-to-earth persona of the wholesome young girl next door". Selena is the debut studio album by American Tejano singer Selena, released on October 17, 1989, by EMI Latin. Selena was 6 years old, but her father claims he could tell she was destined for a musical career because she had perfect pitch and timing. Its popularity grew in Mexico, where a compilation album bearing the single's name was released there, which was certified platinum by the Asociación Mexicana de Productores de Fonogramas y Videogramas (AMPROFON), denoting sales of 150,000 units. [91] At the 1994 Tejano Music Awards, Live! In death, the 23-year-old singer became a legend", "Tejano fans mourning for Selena—Yolanda Saldívar, who held a Corpus Christi police SWAT team at bay for nearly 10 hours after the shooting, has been charged with murder", "For Slain Singer's Father, Memories and Questions", "Saying goodbye: Thousands bid Selena farewell", "Mourning Selena : Nearly 4,000 Gather at L.A. Sports Arena Memorial for Slain Singer", "Selena's death leaves Tejano music world shocked, mournful", "For Barrio, Selena's Death Strikes a Poignant Chord Tragedy: Fans descend on superstar's home in Texas community. In 1992, Selena released her "breakthrough album", Entre a Mi Mundo, which helped launch the singer's career in Mexico along with its single "Como la Flor". For instance, Suzette (Noemi Gonzalez) tells the family that Selena is upset with her makeup during her infamous first EMI album cover shoot, but we never even get a moment of Selena … Selena was the debut album for Selena Y Los Dinos, released on October 17, 1989, under the newly formed CAPITOL/EMI Latin label, a subsidary division of CAPITOL/EMI Records. Kennedy. [40] Selena peaked at number seven on the US Billboard Regional Mexican Albums chart,[41] becoming Selena's first recording to debut on a national music chart. Reactions to her death were compared to those following the deaths of musicians John Lennon and Elvis Presley and that of U.S. president John F. [198][199] A.B. [193] Ilan Stavans called her music "cursi-melodramatic, cheesy, overemotional, not too far from Juan Gabriel and a relative of Iglesias". She appeared in two episodes, which garnered record ratings for the series. [197] Selena's use of emotive range during her musical career has been praised by critics as being her trademark. [135], In the days before Selena's death, Saldívar delayed handing over the bank statements and financial records by saying she had been physically and sexually assaulted in Mexico. The statue has drawn visitors from all over the world. The family had avoided fan clubs up until 1990 when Selena met Yolanda Saldivar, the aunt of one of Selena's childhood friends. [237] US Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison named Selena one of "the spirited women who shaped [the United States]. … She signed with EMI Latin in 1989 and released her self-titled debut album the same year, while her brother became her principal music producer and songwriter. Her 1993 album "Selena Live!" It was released on October 17, 1989 by EMI Latin. Saldívar was cornered by police when she attempted to flee, and threatened to kill herself, but was convinced to give herself up and was sentenced to life in prison with possible parole after 30 years. In 1984, the band recorded its first LP, Selena y Los Dinos, for Freddie Records. [97] In December 1994, the boutiques began to suffer after the number of staff for both stores had decreased. [110], Amor Prohibido popularized Tejano music among a younger and wider audience than at any other time in the genre's history. They said she would’ve ranked with the likes of Janet Jackson and Madonna. [313] In October 2016, MAC Cosmetics released a limited edition Selena makeup line after On Air with Ryan Seacrest senior producer Patty Rodriguez started a petition for the company to do so and it garnering over 37,000 signatures. ", "La Carcacha", and "Amame". The project was denied by the heads of EMI Records' pop division, believing the singer should first strengthen her fanbase. [240] Her death was "the most devastating loss" in Tejano music history, according to Zach Quaintance of The Monitor. Quintanilla, Jr. chose EMI Latin's offer because of the potential for a crossover album and wanted his children to be the first musicians to sign to the label. "[81] After her publicity press, Selena was booked to play at several concerts throughout Mexico, including a performance at Festival Acapulco in May 1993, which garnered her critical acclaim. [53], Aside from music, in 1994 Selena began designing and manufacturing a line of clothing; she opened two boutiques called Selena Etc., one in Corpus Christi and the other in San Antonio. In 1994, she was nominated and won her first Grammy for Best Mexican-American album, "Selena … [58], In 1995, Selena was inducted into the Billboard Latin Music Hall of Fame,[280] the Hard Rock Cafe's Hall of Fame,[106] and the South Texas Music Hall of Fame. [22][177] He said Selena represented "the essence of south Texas culture. In 1994, as a reward for her hard work, Selena promoted Saldivar to the paid position of overseeing Selena Etc. The issue sold nearly a million copies,[166] selling the entire first and second print runs within two weeks. Selena was shot and killed on March 31, 1995, 16 days before her 24th birthday, by Yolanda Saldívar, her friend and the former manager of her Selena Etc. [30] The band was often turned down by Texas music venues because of the members' ages and because Selena was their lead singer. [80] According to Patoski, Selena "played her cards right" during the conference and won over the Mexican media after newspapers hailed her as "an artist of the people". Mexican Popular Music - Tejano, Norteno, Banda, Gloria Estefan: Biography of a Latin Superstar, Juan Gabriel: Mexican Singer-Songwriter and Composer, A Comprehensive List of the Best Male Latin Singers, The Top 10 Most Influential Latin Rock Artists. "Como la Flor" became Selena's signature recording;[83] it was critically acclaimed by music critics as a career launcher for Selena. [211] Selena wore outfits that accented her physical attributes and was not afraid to wear outfits she liked,[167] despite criticism from parents who thought Selena's choice of outfits were inappropriate for young girls, who began emulating Selena. [116] After Amor Prohibido's release, Selena was considered "bigger than Tejano itself", and broke barriers in the Latin music world. She began recording professionally in 1981. They have no depth." [200] Italian essayist Gaetano Prampolini wrote that "Selena's voice projected a sonorous warmth and joyfulness" during her review of Selena's cumbia recordings. Selena also released several compilation albums while she was alive. [278] In February 2014, the Albany, NY Times Union named her one of "100 Coolest Americans in History". [96] Saldívar managed both boutiques after the Quintanilla family were impressed with the way she managed the fan club. [18][35] Quintanilla, Jr. chose EMI Latin's offer because of the potential for a crossover album and wanted his children to be the first musicians to sign to the label. Selena y Los Dinos released albums under smaller labels until … [132] According to staff members, Saldívar often dismissed employees she disliked. In 1989, Selena signed a record agreement with EMI Latin. Selena has sold around 30 million records worldwide, making her one of the best-selling female artists in Latin music. [65][67] Selena thought Quintanilla, Jr. would have to accept them if they were married, and would not have to hide their feelings for each other. [275] The Spirit of Hope Award was created in Selena's honor in 1996;[276] it was awarded to Latin artists who participated in humanitarian and civic causes. 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