Ana Tijoux

Musical activism

Ana Tijoux (1977) is one of the most influential figures in Latin American hip-hop. Born in France to Chilean exiled parents, her music blends urban rhythms with social activism, addressing feminism, inequality, and human rights. Her talent has been recognized by media outlets such as Rolling Stone and The New York Times, which consider her one of the best Spanish-speaking rappers.

Her career began in the 1990s with the group Makiza, but her international breakthrough came with 1977 (2009), an autobiographical album whose title track was featured in Breaking Bad. Throughout her career, she has fused hip-hop with folk music, reggae, and electronic sounds, establishing herself as a musical activism icon with albums like Vengo (2014), featuring powerful songs like "Antipatriarca" and "Somos Sur".

In 2024, she returned with Vida, her first album in a decade, recorded in Barcelona and marked by a message of resilience and hope. Beyond music, she has ventured into film, television, and literature, solidifying her role as an artist committed to social justice and women's rights. With eight Grammy nominations and multiple awards, Ana Tijoux remains one of the most influential voices in Latin America.