Mercedes Sosa
Mercedes Sosa was an iconic Argentine singer known as 'La Negra,' celebrated for her powerful voice and her role in popularizing folk music, particularly the Nueva Canción movement, which addressed social and political issues in Latin America.
Born on Jul 09, 1935 (91 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 9,312 | $89,000 | 76$ |
| Argentina | 1 | 8.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 45,195,774 | 37,046 | $450,000 | 369$ |
| Peru | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 32,971,846 | 26,850 | $230,000 | 187$ |
| Totals | 3 | 89,015,530 | 73,208 | $769,000 | 632$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Argentina:
Mercedes Sosa's version of 'De fiesta en fiesta' represents the everyday life of Argentines.
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Peru:
She was an Argentine singer.
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Dominican Republic:
Mercedes Sosa's rendition of the song 'Alfonsina y el mar' brought the story of Alfonsina Storni to the world.
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Spain:
Mercedes Sosa is referenced as the greatest 'cantora' whose voice underscores the film's themes of struggle and resistance.
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Argentina:
Mercedes Sosa is recalled as a notable Argentine figure who emigrated to Europe after the political turmoil.
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Spain:
Mercedes Sosa is an Argentine singer known for her rendition of 'Todo cambia', which Luz Casal now sings.
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Uruguay:
Mercedes Sosa is celebrated for her rendition of 'Dale alegría a mi corazón'.
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Uruguay:
Mercedes Sosa is referenced in the context of her influence on other artists.
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Colombia:
Mercedes Sosa is another cancionera who inspired Natalia Lafourcade in her musical journey.
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Argentina:
Charly García mentioned Mercedes Sosa, who won the same distinction years ago.
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