Regional Mexican music has undergone an impressive transformation in recent years with the arrival of corridos tumbados, a subgenre that has captured the attention of new generations.
Despite their roots in tradition, corridos tumbados have broken barriers and have consolidated themselves as an authentic expression of Latin youth. But how do they differ from traditional Mexican regional music?
Origins and evolution
Traditional Mexican regional music has its roots in ranchera music, classic corridos and Sinaloense banda.
Artists such as Vicente Fernández and Antonio Aguilar popularized this style, characterized by nostalgic lyrics, instrumentation with trumpets and accordions, and themes related to love, honor and country life.
In contrast, corridos tumbados, popularized by artists such as Natanael Cano and Peso Pluma, fuse traditional sounds with urban genres such as trap and reggaeton, attracting a younger audience.
Musical style and lyrics
While traditional Mexican regional music is distinguished by its focus on patriotic themes, family and tradition, corridos tumbados explore modern urban life, luxury, sports cars and self-improvement.
The lyrics are more raw and direct, reflecting contemporary experiences with a more street style.
Los corridos tumbados han roto barreras
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In addition, corridos tumbados incorporate elements such as autotune, trap rhythms and simpler musical structures,
Traditional Mexican regional music maintains a more classic and elaborated production.
Image and lifestyle
Buzzy
Clothing is another key aspect that distinguishes the two styles.
The exponents of traditional Mexican regional music usually wear charro suits or formal clothes.
For their part, the corridos tumbados artists opt for a more urban style, with gold chains, branded clothing and visible tattoos.
This evolution in image also reflects the influence of hip-hop culture and urban fashion.
This has allowed corridos tumbados to connect with a global audience.
An expansion engine
Traditional regional Mexican music has always depended on radio and television for its broadcasting.
While corridos tumbados have exploited social networks and streaming platforms such as TikTok, Spotify and YouTube to reach millions of people around the world.
Thanks to these platforms, the new exponents of the genre have managed to viralize their songs and achieve success without depending on traditional record labels.
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