Before J-Lo and Shakira, there was the one and only Lisa Lisa. This month, the queen of freestyle music and the first Puerto Rican and Latina artist to break into the pop and R&B charts, joins the Fritanga podcast to share her journey from Hell's Kitchen to global stardom. Alongside actress Judy Reyes, she discusses the impact of her music, her influence on fashion and culture, and the challenges she overcame in a male-dominated industry. Tune in for an inspiring conversation with a true cultural icon!
Before J-Lo and Shakira, there was the one and only Lisa Lisa. This month, the queen of freestyle music and the first Puerto Rican and Latina artist to break into the pop and R&B charts joins the Fritanga podcast to share her journey from Hell's Kitchen to global stardom. Alongside actress Judy Reyes, she discusses the impact of her music, her influence on fashion and culture, and the challenges she overcame in a male-dominated industry. Tune in for an inspiring conversation with a true cultural icon!
ABOUT LISA LISA:
One of the greatest Latin Hip Hop/Freestyle/Pop Divas to come out of the 1980s music scene is the legendary Lisa Velez, also known as Lisa Lisa of the 80s supergroup Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam. Produced by Full Force, Lisa Lisa’s breakout hits such as “I Wonder If I Take You Home,” “Can You Feel The Beat,” and “All Cried Out” helped launch the underground genre of “Freestyle Music” into the mainstream. Click here to read her full bio.
On the pod, we highlight Lisa Lisa’s trailblazing music career and explore her influence beyond the music as she set fashion trends, ventured into acting, and inspired countless Latinas to chase their dreams boldly.
Listen to Lisa Lisa's latest singles here.
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