Kenia Os has become one of the leading figures in the music scene in Mexico and in many Latin American countries. Her story is different than most of her celebrity counterparts, with Kenia finding success on YouTube and other social media platforms before she made her big break in the music scene. The talented and multifaceted Mexican knew how to translate her success into music and business.
Kenia Guadalupe Flores Osuna was born in Mazatlán, Mexico, on July 15, 1999. As a teenager, she opened her own YouTube channel, slowly populating it with all sorts of content that showcased her lifestyle, including beauty, fashion, and stories from her daily life. While she worked alongside other creators, Kenia's personality has always shone through, making her a fan favorite.
After becoming a successful influencer, Kenia launched her career as a singer, releasing her first single in 2018, titled "Por Siempre." Two years later, she released her first EP, titled "Canciones Pa mi Ex, Vol 1," a release that was acclaimed by her fans and the followers she'd built since the start of her career.
"I think I was the first woman in Mexico who went from creating content to making music. At that time, that wasn't a thing. I've always taken music very seriously."
In 2021, Kenia Os signed with Sony Music Mexico. That year, she was selected to sing the theme song of the telenovela "Contigo Si," alongside Leon Leiden. The next year, after winning a gold record from the Mexican Association of producers of phonograms and videograms, Kenia released her first studio album, titled, "Cambios de Luna." The release was accompanied by her first tour through the US and Mexico, a big moment in her career. She also launched the record "K23," which featured the song "Malas Decisiones," one of her biggest hits.
Kenia's music has it all, but it wasn't until 2023, with the song "Mas Te Va a Doler," that she flirted with the regional Mexican genre. All of her hard work resulted in a nomination to the Latin Grammys for her project "Universo K23," which was recognized with the best music video honor at the Cannes Festival, and had a special recognition at the Indie Film Festival in Berlin. In 2025, Kenia released another audiovisual project called "Kenia Os: La OG," a documentary that she shared behind the scenes at one of her shows in Mexico City.
Kenia's list of awards and recognitions is long. They include wins and nominations from the Kids' Choice Awards Mexico, MTV MIAW Awards, Premios Juventud, Premios Lo Nuestro, and more. In 2024, she became, for the second year in a row, the most listened-to Mexican woman on Spotify. She's collaborated with artists like HaAsh, La Joaqui, Peso Pluma, and Miranda!
"I've had to work twice or thrice more than other artists, because I feel like I've been in a position where I have to earn my place inside the industry."
Aside from her professional accomplishments, this year, Kenia and Peso Pluma confirmed their relationship. Rumors of romance were sparked earlier this year, but fans had previously highlighted the flirty nature of their 2024 collaboration, the song "Tommy & Pamela." The couple made their official debut at the Pegasus World Cup in Miami, and have since been spotted together numerous times, supporting each other through their shows and even collaborating in some live performances.
Kenia is a master at shapeshifting. In 2018, she became a businesswoman, launching her beauty brand Kenia Os Beauty, which remains on the market to this day. With over 56 million followers on social media, Kenia remains one of the biggest icons in the Latin world.