El Chapo's Granddaughter Debuts as Singer: Frida Guzmán Says She's "Not Ashamed" of Her Name

The Guzmán surname is once again making headlines, but this time not because of drug trafficking. Frida Guzmán, the granddaughter of the notorious Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán and niece of Los Chapitos , has finally decided to enter the music world, and her debut is already generating controversy.

At just 20 years old, Frida burst onto the music scene under the shadow of one of Mexico's most controversial lineages. Is she using her family's notoriety as a springboard, as some have accused her on social media, or is she truly seeking to forge a path on her own merits?

From the narco dynasty to pop: Can Frida escape her surname?

Frida's leap into the world of entertainment hasn't gone unnoticed. While many young artists struggle for a break, she's already guaranteed media attention, even if it's for scandalous reasons. The Guzmán surname carries weight, and it's not the only one she has.

The young woman is also the foster daughter of Julio César Chávez Jr., who was the longtime partner of her mother Frida Muñoz, and therefore the "step-granddaughter" of the legendary Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez.

Therefore, Frida's every move is analyzed for signs of rebellion or provocation. Some critics argue that her greatest asset is precisely her controversy, as she arouses a curiosity that few debutants manage to generate.

Far from avoiding the topic, Frida has spoken openly about her family in interviews, asserting that her music is hers, not her grandfather's. However, it's undeniable that morbid curiosity and controversy surround her, and everything indicates she's willing to capitalize on them.

In an interview with Telemundo, this emerging artist recalled her childhood as having "more good memories than bad."

When talking about the weight of her last name, Frida confesses that "of course it's been difficult, because people label you as someone you're not. Not bad, because I've always said that there's no denying it. I don't have to be ashamed of anything."

The artist released a song about three years ago with Los Plebes del Rancho, but seemed to abandon her dreams until this week when she released another single, this time a duet with Ceci Millán, titled Andas Contando.