Amparo Ochoa

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About Amparo Ochoa

Amparo Ochoa was a renowned Mexican folk singer born in 1946 in Culiacán, Sinaloa. She gained prominence during the 1970s Nueva Canción movement, which combined music with social activism. Ochoa's powerful voice and dedication to addressing social issues earned her a lasting legacy in Latin American music until her death in 1994.

Ochoa's songs often explore themes such as the cycle of poverty and debt, the breaking point and continuance of human spirit, and a call for social justice. Her work delves into the effects of colonialism and the cultural identity crisis faced by many. Through her music, she gave a voice to the marginalized and called for societal change.