"[The song] is a celebration of their love and the legacy that I'm walking in and the beauty of the musical traditions that they endowed me with. I wanted it to be a party song because they're fun and they're party animals."
"Corrientes shows off La Doña's deep understanding of music while showcasing her brilliance, versatility and expansive range as a singer and songwriter."
"'If you were born and raised in San Francisco, you've always felt this impending doom, right? If gentrification doesn't get me, then the earthquake's going to get me.'"
La Doña's album Corrientes, set for release on April 29, is a celebration of love and musical heritage. It features 16 songs that blend genres like cumbia, reggaeton, ranchera, and more. The project reflects her deep understanding of music and showcases her versatility as a singer and songwriter. Collaborating with 40 musicians across five countries, La Doña's sultry vocals shine in both English and Spanish. The track 'Frisco Hates You Too' addresses gentrification and cultural identity in San Francisco, embodying her connection to the city.
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