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How would you like people to remember you one hundred years from now? (from adriano)

Hopefully they remember us as an innovative, hard-working group that tried to be the voice of the people. We always spoke about the reality of our people with honesty and dignity.

What's the farthest you've had to go to perform? (from ☠Donn Garciia☠)

It would have to be South Korea.

Why did you write the song "Las Mujeres de Juárez"? (from ♥♥Dulce 481♥♥)

At that moment it was important to give a voice to the women who spent so many years in danger in the area of our country. We did it so we could open people's eyes and show them that there was someone out there who was willing to give them a voice to show their reality.

Why is Jorge the only one who wears a hat? (from aenddik9)

A few years back, all of us would use a hat. After the years went by, everyone wanted to express themselves differently. The hat remained with Jorge because he sings most of the corridos and the hat is a symbol of Norteño music. That's why it's still a part of Jorge's look.

What do you think of all the new artists who are doing narcocorridos? Would you collaborate with any of them? (by king tone)

Declined to comment.

In your opinion, which artist or groups have the greatest potential to reach your level? (from Jя.)

We think all of our peers in music have a chance to match our success. We have lots of respect for all of them and we'd like to see them all have the success they deserve.

Do you like acting? When are you going to be in a movie? (from ★☆Latiin_Queen☆★)

Of course! It's been a few years since we came out in a movie. Most recently, we appeared in the movie La Misma Luna and we've also got a few projects in the works, both musically and on the big screen.

What are your opinions on gay marriage? (√¡ℜ¡d¡∀n∀™)

Declined to comment.

"Los puerquitos le ayudaron, se alimentan de la granja, diario quieren más maíz, y se pierden las ganancias, y el granjero que trabaja, ya no les tiene confianza."

Artist: Los Tigres Del Norte

Song: La Granja
Album: La Granja

The Tigers of the North borrow from George Orwell's Animal Farm for a song about greedy little pigs.

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"Sufre, en lo mas hondo de tu alma sufre, siente la daga de mi espalda y sufre, tan solo piérdete en la nada, que hoy tu fuego es poca llamarada."

Artist: Los Dareyes de La Sierra
Song: Sufre
Album: Una Copa Más

Don't you dare touch Darey Castro's heart while it's on the ground in a thousand little pieces.

Mexia may bleed Norteño, but his heart is all hip hop. Hernán Hernández, Jr. is the son of Hernán Hernández, bassist and backup vocalist of Los Tigres Del Norte (the skunk-haired one). Mexia (pronounced Mex-eye-ah) grew up in the East side of San Jose, California, spending his days skateboarding, writing rhymes and sometimes watching his father and uncle Jorge on TV.

We talked to the rapper-singer about his hairstyles, life in San Jose (the heart of Silicon Valley) and growing up as a little tiger of the north.

What was it like growing up in San Jose?

I had very humble beginnings growing up on the east side of San Jose. I was raised by two major influences, my mom and my dad they showed me a lot of love. My parents always worked real hard on raising me right and teaching me the right things. Growing up in San Jose is real cool. It’s a small city but it’s real diverse and the people here are really in tune with what’s going on in the world musically, politically and socially. I've lived here my whole life and I’m even raising my own family here. I can honestly say that there is no place like home.

Did you friends know you were the son of a famous musician?

Yeah, a lot of my friends knew who he was but they were cool about it. He was always just Mr. Hernandez to them. Every now and then I’d get questions like: “Do you trip when you see him on TV or sing 'La Puerta Negra,' dude?” But the fact is, I’m very proud of who my father is. I’ve never been ashamed of that.

Did you grow up listening to hip hop or Norteño?

I grew up listening to all types of music. My mom and dad would play everything from Marvin Gaye to Los Relampagos. Norteño music is in my blood, it’s the first style of music I learned to play. My father taught me at a young age. Growing up in the '80s, hip hop was making a name for its self. I have a cousin that’s a DJ and I remember he would always let me listen to all his new records, including Planet Rock, Gucci Crew – whatever was hot. I fell in love with the culture and the art form. Hip Hop did change my life, but I still love that feeling I get when I hear a corrido. Like I said, it’s in my blood.

Los Tigres Del Norte's music could be considered rebel music, what do you call yours?

My music is a limitless fusion of all my influences. I love to talk about all types of subjects. I’m also really conscious of the lyrics I write and perform. I always have a positive message; I also like to have fun and experiment with my music and really not concentrate on categorizing it. All I want to do is make great music for everyone to enjoy.

Your father has that signature white streak in his hair. Was that an influence on your hairstyle?

That’s funny, I never thought about that but I guess subconsciously it is. It’s my homage to my Dad. I’ve always thought his hair is cool. They do say the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.

We hear your brother Raúl is also releasing a solo album. How do you guys support each other? Is there healthy competition involved?

Yeah my brother Raul Antonio will be releasing his project this fall. He’s a talented musician and singer-songwriter. We always support each other in everything we do. We work really well together in the studio, whether we're recording, writing lyrics or just bouncing ideas off each other. We have a real cool relationship outside of music, too. We are a very close family and we hang out a lot. Yeah, there is a little healthy competition but we keep each other motivated. He’s a great brother and an even better friend to have on my side.
                                                                                
Do you think hip hop will ever be as revered by Mexicans as Norteño music?

Of course I do, Mexicanos listen to everything nowadays. There is also a big hip hop movement in Mexico. Yeah, we do love our rancheras, botas y sombrero but we just need to show everyone that Mexicans can be good at hip hop, but most importantly be successful at it. You never know, I just might see my Tio Chuy bumping Jay-Z rocking a New Era and some Nikes. The new generation in Mexico and the U.S. are constantly pushing the envelope. Nothing is out of reach for us now.

Mexia's debut single, Descontrol, is available on iTunes now.

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