Las Ketchup

Las Ketchup, the Spanish girl group globally known for their hit single ‘The Ketchup Song (Aserejé)’, has achieved significant international recognition in pop music. After achieving global phenomenon status with their hit single ‘The Ketchup Song (Aserejé)’, Las Ketchup went on to solidify their place in international pop music, recognized for their distinctive sound and vibrant performances. The Spanish girl group, comprising Lucía, Lola, and Pilar Muñoz, formed in 2001 by flamenco record producer Manuel ‘Queco’ Ruiz. Their debut single, ‘Aserejé,’ internationally titled ‘The Ketchup Song,’ released in mid-2002, quickly became a global sensation.

The group re-released ‘The Ketchup Song’ as a Christmas track later in 2002, leveraging its widespread popularity. Their achievements continued to be acknowledged with multiple accolades, including the Billboard Latin Music Awards for Best Pop Album from the New Generation for Hijas del Tomate in 2004, as well as Most Played Tropical-Salsa Song by a Duo or Group for ‘The Ketchup Song (Aserejé)’ in the same year. They also received the MIDEM (Cannes) Border Breakers award for Hijas del Tomate in 2004. In 2006, the group expanded with the addition of Rocío Muñoz, joining Lucía, Lola, and Pilar.

Their iconic single, ‘The Ketchup Song (Aserejé),’ remains a landmark achievement, holding certifications such as 3x Platinum in Australia and Diamond in France, underscoring its lasting commercial and cultural impact in the music industry.