55 Songs to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo

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Gabriela Quintero and Rodrigo Sanchez of Rodrigo Y Gabriela perform on stage during V Festival on August 18, 2012 in Chelmsford, United Kingdom.

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By Connor Finnegan2014-05-05 20:08:52 UTC

Cinco de Mayo offers many causes for celebration, not the least of which is an excuse to play excellent music from Mexican artists.

So if you were too busy whipping up guacamole to compile a party playlist, we've got you covered. Because two hours of Enrique Iglesias is not going to cut it this year.

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This Music Monday playlist provides some jumpin' tunes from Mexico's most popular artists, from Luis Miguel to Rodrigo y Gabriela. So sit back, sip a margarita and enjoy your Cinco de Mayo celebration.

Just don't go overboard on the margaritas — it is still a Monday, after all.

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Topics: Cinco de Mayo, Entertainment, Music, Music Monday, World