Latin Ballad

Description

Latin Ballads are characterized by their romantic and emotional lyrics, often focusing on themes of love and heartbreak. The music typically features melodic vocals, lush orchestration, and a slow to mid-tempo rhythm.

History

The Latin Ballad genre emerged in the mid-20th century as a fusion of traditional Latin American music with the global popularity of ballads. It gained prominence in the 1960s and 1970s with artists like Julio Iglesias and José José, who helped popularize the genre across Spanish-speaking countries and beyond.