Is Mercedes Sosa A-List?
No — Mercedes Sosa is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
Begins Performing Career
Sosa begins her career as a folk singer, initially earning little.
Breakthrough Album Release
Her first album gains attention, leading to increased performances.
Exile from Argentina
Due to political repression, she is forced into exile.
Returns to Argentina
Sosa returns after the end of the dictatorship and her career booms.
International Recognition
Her career reaches new heights with international tours and collaborations.
Continues Touring and Recording
Sosa continues to be a leading voice in Latin American music.
Death
Sosa passes away, leaving behind a rich musical legacy.
Legacy as Voice of Latin America
Sosa's music continues to be celebrated, royalties continue to be paid, and she is remembered as a cultural icon.
Last updated: February 25, 2026