In honor of Hispanic Heritage month, I asked 20 students about their favorite Spanish song, TV show, movie, or artist, and why they like it. Try out any of the pieces in this list if you want new content to stream this month!
My current favorite song is “Kesi” by Camilo. I like it because it makes me happy.
Beatriz Martins (junior, medical laboratory science)
My favorite movie is “The Platform.” It’s an interesting commentary on our society alongside a cool horror aesthetic.
Ian Neidigh (sophomore, chemistry)
“Narcos” is a very interesting portrayal of the history of the cartels in Columbia.
Kathryn Donaldson (junior, pre-physical therapy)
Best thing I can think of yet is “Macarena” by Los Del Rio because do it for the vibes.
Alex Cancel (freshman, mechanical engineering)
My favorite Spanish song is “El Muchacho de los Ojos Tristes” by Jeanette. My brothers showed it to me this summer and we dubbed it “the song of the summer.”
Reagan McCain (sophomore, history)
“Hawaii” by Maluma! I like it because of the happy vibes.
Isabela Gonçalves (junior, Spanish)
“Dos Oruguitas” by Sebastián Yatra. I like it because it's so hopeful.
Siobhan Conyne (junior, speech pathology)
“Corazon sin Cara” by Prince Royce. It’s a groovy song and it brings back memories from middle school.
Kyle Denworth (freshman, art)
“Yo Tengo Paz” by Israel Lima and Cuerdas Celestiales. I really like this piece because of its light, upbeat melody. It’s something I could imagine listening to on an open street or relax to on a summer afternoon. It makes me feel happy.
Alannah Tjhatra (senior, biochemistry)
“Ojitos Lindos” by Bad Bunny. It makes me feel alive.
Guilherme Martins dos Reis (freshman, mechanical engineering)
Wow. I think I have to say “Dos Oruguitas” by Sebastián Yatra. I am deathly afraid of caterpillars, so if something can make me like caterpillars, then it's pretty good.
Yoel Kim (junior, physics and math studies)
“Esclavo de Sus Besos” by David Bisbal. I like this song because when I used to watch “Jane the Virgin” in high school, it was one of the songs that would play in romantic scenes. I got obsessed with it for quite a few months.
Grace No (junior, English)
Honestly I have to say “Feliz Navidad” by José Feliciano. It’s become ubiquitous with Christmas. It’s even able to reach people who don’t usually consume Spanish media.
Wesley Martin (senior, physics and computer science)
“Despacito” by Luis Fonsi. I like it because it’s a good song.
Leo Martins (freshman, computer engineering)
I really like “Desperado” directed by Robert Rodriguez. It’s dramatic and creative, it’s fun and over the top but carries both an excellent script and a lot of heart.
Genevieve Prouty (senior, psychology)
My favorite show is “La Casa de Papel” because of the thriller and the mystery behind it, as well as the acting.
Flavia Sciarraba-Badeñas (junior, accounting)
My favorite Spanish show is called “Caso Cerrado”, and it’s basically the Hispanic equivalent of “Judge Judy.” I think that the drama and emotion that goes into the show is really captivating.
Kevin Alba (sophomore, agribusiness)
“Suncity” by Khalid. The song reminds me that missing something is a privilege, allowing you to better see beauty and comfort that was always there.
Emily Rusnak (junior, chemical engineering)
“Neverita” by Bad Bunny. It’s a really sweet song that makes me think of summer and my SO but to be honest, I love any song on that album. It’s my current favorite album, “Un Verano Sin Ti” by Bad Bunny. It’s a masterpiece. No skips.
Karla Torres (junior, graphic design and Spanish)
“Guantanamera” by Joseíto Fernández. I like old music, and I always found the vibe of the song kind of comforting.
T Bruggeman (senior, physics and computer science)
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