Singer-songwriter Gaby Moreno carved out a distinct lane, avoiding formulaic pop in favor of a hybrid blend of folk, blues, soul, and traditional Latin American acoustic arrangements. Born in Guatemala City, Moreno moved to Los Angeles to study music, steadily building an international audience through rigorous touring and distinct bilingual records.
Her artistic breakthrough arrived with the Latin Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 2013, validating years of independent releases. Moreno maintained that artistic discipline, earning multiple Grammy nominations alongside high-profile collaborations with artists ranging from Hugh Laurie to Van Dyke Parks. In 2024, Moreno earned the Grammy Award for Best Latin Pop Album for X Mí (Vol. 1), highlighting her nuanced arrangements.
Moreno also achieved wide recognition for her composition work, co-writing the theme song for the television series Parks and Recreation and providing the singing voice for Elena of Avalor, Disney’s first Latina animated princess. Her public role extends into civic engagement, serving as an official UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador to advocate for educational initiatives across rural Guatemala.
