20 Qs: Sheila E Talks Salsa Debut, Legends & Life sans Prince
Una Charla Con Sheila E.: Su Primer Álbum de Salsa, Sus Ídolos Legendarios y Lo que Más Extraña de Prince
Qué onda, mi gente! Today we have a JUICY chisme session with the titan of percussions and fierce Latina, Sheila E. This hermosa mujer, who has graced stages worldwide, has now ventured into Salsa grounds for the first ever time. She also opens up about her legendary role models and shares her cherished moments about her dear friend, El Príncipe Morado, Prince.
Changing the Beat: Sheila E.’s Salsa Swing
If you know Sheila E., you would know she’s always been synonymous with high-energy funk and pop. But guess what? La chica recently felt the irresistible beats of Latin rhythm pulsating through her fingertips, compelling her to create her first ever Salsa album! Aquí the beats are contagious, and the vibes, irresistible. Trust us, once you’re in, there’s no way you can keep your hips from swaying. It’s like Sheila is inviting us to dance to the rhythm of our Latino hearts.
Inspired by Legends: Celebrando Nuestra Cultura
On this journey, Sheila draws inspiration from her raíces. Who could be a better guiding star than the legendary Tito Puente and her father Pete Escovedo? These Latino legends taught her the value of preserving our cultura in its most beautiful form – música. Think of this not merely as an album but as a celebration of who we are, vår raíces, nuestros ritmos. In Sheila’s own words, “If I don’t play, then who will keep our culture alive?” Her devotion echoes through every beat, resonating with our shared Latino pride.
The Prince, the Pain, and the Missing Beat
Prince was more than just a colleague or amigo to Sheila E. He was her magical musical partner whose absence still stings. “There’s always a void, he was such a huge part of my life”, says Sheila. To her, Prince was and always will be, el príncipe morado of her musical kingdom. His absence is keenly felt, but in her devotion to the beat, Sheila feels his spirit vive on.
Echando Pa’lante with the Beat: Celebrating Latina Power
Despite the roller-coaster ride of emotions and experiences, Sheila E.’s rhythm hasn’t skipped a beat. Instead, it’s getting más fuerte, resonating with the resilience of every Latina, every woman, who has ever dared to carve her own path. “It’s a man’s world”, she says, “so we have to continue to step up, you know?”
Chicos y chicas, that’s some powerful stuff right there! Let’s wrap up this friendly chisme session by applauding Sheila E. for preserving our cultura, inspiring us with her strength, and reminding us of the everlasting bond we share with música. Because we are Latinos, we are música, we are cultura, y juntos, we are unstoppable! Till next time, keep feeling the rhythm and viviendo la vida Latina with ZayZay.com. ¡Nos vemos!