Paquita la del Barrio passed away at the age of 77 in her home in Veracruz, leaving an indelible legacy in Mexican music. Throughout her career, she stood out for composing songs that addressed the violence perpetrated by men. Although the exact circumstances of her death were not detailed in the statement issued, it was known that the artist had been struggling with health problems that led her to cancel performances, such as the one scheduled at the Auditorio Nacional on January 26, which she postponed to March 16 due to an illness in her legs.
Paquita la del Barrio was recognized for songs like 'Rata de dos patas', 'Tres veces te engañé', and 'Cheque en blanco'. Her passing was announced through her official social media profiles, generating shock among her followers and in the Mexican music industry. The statement described the interpreter as a unique and unrepeatable artist, whose music left an indelible mark on those who knew her and enjoyed her songs.
The artist's real name was Francisca Viveros Barradas, and she was born on April 2, 1947, in Alto Lucero, Veracruz. Following the news of her passing, various reactions of sorrow flooded social media, with messages of gratitude and nostalgia for the loss. While no official information had been provided about the cause of her death, her nephew and manager Francisco Torres later confirmed that Paquita la del Barrio had passed away due to a heart attack.
