Despite recent rumors circulating on social media, Mexican music sensation Ivan Cornejo is very much alive and not dead
Misinformation regarding the 19-year-old singer-songwriter’s alleged death in a car accident has been making the rounds since Tuesday, June 6, 2023, which left fans and netizens confused.
Is Mexican music sensation Ivan Cornejo alive or dead as car crash accident death rumors go viral on Twitter
The rumor mill began to churn when a Twitter user @gBaby_md shared that she was pranked into believing Ivan had tragically died in a car crash. This tweet appeared to be a part of a recent social media trend where Gen Z enthusiasts share videos of their reactions to pranks involving false reports of their favorite celebrities’ demise.
View spot vid and ivan cornejo pic.twitter.com/jXovL39Rf6
— Albert Lopez (@daboiii100) June 9, 2023
The trend is an offshoot of a similar TikTok fad where children deceive their parents with news of their favorite musician’s death. Adding fuel to the rumor was a TikTok video posted by user @bdn_danbro, which depicted a staged car accident with one of Ivan Cornejo’s songs reviving the victim.
Ivan Cornejo’s journey from Riverside to Billboard
Born in Riverside, California in 2004, Ivan Cornejo began his musical journey early in life. As an 8-year-old, he mastered guitar-playing skills through YouTube tutorials, starting with the iconic song “La Bamba” by Ritchie Valens. A heartbreak in middle school further inspired him to write lyrics, marking the beginning of his songwriting career.
Although Ivan Cornejo’s musical style draws heavily from his Mexican heritage, Ivan also grew up listening to alternative rock music. His musical influences span from alt-rock bands like Arctic Monkeys and Tame Impala to his parents’ favorite Café Tacvba.
The success of Alma Vacia and beyond
Ivan’s debut album, “Alma Vacia,” was released in 2021 and quickly climbed the charts, peaking at number 2 on the US Billboard Regional Mexican Albums chart. The album maintained its position in the top ten for an impressive 35 weeks and also reached number 7 on the Top Latin Albums chart. Owing to his poignant and relatable lyrics, Ivan secured a position on the Billboard Latin Songwriters chart for the week ending on October 30, 2021.
Ivan Cornejo’s successful single “Está Dañada” from the album went viral, propelling Cornejo to fame among the Gen Z audience. His second album, “Dañado” (2022), followed the successful path of its predecessor, making a strong debut on the Regional Mexican Albums chart.
Social Media was an essential cog in Cornejo’s success
Cornejo acknowledges the role of social media in amplifying his music, saying, “Social media has played a really important role in my music because without it, all the trends on TikTok have really helped build up my music.”
He credits his friends for introducing him to regional Mexican musicians like T3R Elemento and Grupo Los De La O, and expresses his admiration for artist Junior H, who also combines Mexican and alternative tones in his music.
Despite the recent social media hoopla surrounding the car crash rumors, Ivan Cornejo is alive and continues to create waves in the world of music with his unique style and passion. His fans can expect to see more of his talent unfold as he further evolves his musical journey.
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