Lila Downs

Biography

Ana Lila Downs Sánchez, born September 9, 1968, is a Mexican-American singer-songwriter and actress who primarily studied at the Institute of Arts in Oaxaca before pursuing her musical career. Her debut album "La sandunga" (1999) brought critical and commercial success, followed by international recognition with her 2001 album "Border". Downs has since incorporated indigenous influences into her music, recording songs in various languages and achieving chart-topping success globally.