Julieta Venegas Percevault is a celebrated Mexican singer, songwriter, instrumentalist, and producer known for her contributions to pop-rock-indie music in Spanish. Her musical journey began in various bands, including the ska band Tijuana No!, showcasing her versatility as she mastered 17 instruments, such as the acoustic guitar and accordion. Venegas released her debut album, “Aquí,” in 1997, which received acclaim from the rock audience in Mexico, establishing her as a formidable talent in the industry.
Her subsequent album, “Bueninvento” (2000), produced by Gustavo Santaolalla, was recognized as one of the best albums in Spanish Rock history by Rolling Stone. Venegas achieved significant fame with her 2003 album “Sí,” featuring hit singles like “Andar Conmigo” and “Algo está cambiando,” which dominated the Latin Billboard charts. This marked her emergence as one of the leading songwriters in Latin pop, further solidifying her status in the music scene.
In 2006, she released her most successful album, “Limón y Sal,” which became her best-selling work, achieving Platinum status in multiple countries. The hit single “Me Voy” garnered Gold certification in Mexico, showcasing her commercial appeal. Her live album, “MTV Unplugged” (2008), sold over 400,000 digital copies, earning a diamond certification in Mexico, further demonstrating her widespread popularity.
Venegas has continued to evolve artistically, transitioning to indie pop with her later albums, including “Otra Cosa” (2010) and “Los Momentos” (2013). Her seventh studio album, “Algo Sucede” (2015), debuted at number 1 on the Latin Pop Albums chart. With an impressive tally of eight Latin Grammy Awards and over 10 million records sold worldwide, Venegas remains a prominent figure in Latin music, celebrated for her creativity and contributions to the genre.