Rhythm is Gonna Get You: Exploring Gloria Estefan’s Iconic Life and Songs
A Symphony of Resilience, Cultural Bridge, and Philanthropy
Published in
6 min readJun 26, 2023
Gloria Estefan, born Gloria María Milagrosa Fajardo García, on September 1, 1957, in Havana, Cuba, is a Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, actress, and businesswoman.
She’s one of the most successful Latin music artists of all time, achieving global recognition for her vibrant music and an authentic representation of the Hispanic culture.
In her life story and her iconic songs, we find valuable lessons of resilience, cultural pride, and the transformative power of music.
Early Life and Struggles: A Foundation of Resilience
Estefan’s life was marked by struggles from a young age, molding her into a person of profound resilience.
When she was just a toddler, her family was compelled to flee Cuba due to Fidel Castro’s revolutionary regime.
