Rosalía is an up-and-coming Spanish music superstar, but she recognizes the influence Black artists have had on her genres of choice.
Rosalía, 27, serves as the fourth of Vogue’s Four January 2021 cover stars. The songstress specifically credits Black reggaeton originators like Tego Calderón and Ivy Queen for inspiring an entire generation.
She also credits Black music for shaping several of today’s most popular music genres. “Before anything, for me, my intention has been to make music with the utmost respect for the cultures that inspired it,” Rosalía says. “It’s so important to put your influences on the table and give them love.” RELATED: The Weeknd Teams Up With Rosalía For ‘Blinding Lights’ Remix On equalities in the music industry,
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