Billboard's Leila Cobo joins to trace Jennifer Lopez's unique path through popular culture. They discuss JLo's rise from backup dancer to pop icon, her success in music and film, her ability to blend her Latina heritage with mainstream pop sounds, and her impact on the industry. They also delve into her transformation into Selena, her breakthrough in the Selena biopic, the rise of Latin-flavored music in the English language market, her consistent messaging in her music, the impact of her iconic music videos, and her ability to showcase her Latin identity while appealing to mainstream audiences. They analyze her collaborations with rappers and her struggle and successful comeback in the music industry. Finally, they debate Jennifer Lopez's place in the Pop Pantheon and conclude with a discussion on an underrated song by her.
