LOOKING BACK

VIKKI CARR | 1974 AND 1990

The El Paso native, who is of Mexican descent, performed twice. Carr sings power ballads in English and Spanish. Among her biggest hits are “Cosas del Amor” and “It Must Be Him.”

JOSE LUIS RODRIGUEZ | 1985

The Venezuelan singer and actor is known for his romantic ballads. He’s recently been a coach on international versions of “The Voice.”

JULIO IGLESIAS | 1986, 1987, 2003

The Spanish sex symbol, who sings in English and Spanish, can still melt hearts today. His son took the rodeo reins in later years.

RICK TREVIÑO | 1996-98

The bilingual country singer hails from Austin and took the rodeo stage three times. His hit “Just Enough Rope” was recorded in English and Spanish.

ENRIQUE IGLESIAS | 1999, 2000, 2004, 2012

The son also rises. Iglesias’ frenetic shows forced rodeo organizers to place security guards around the floor after fans jumped the rails and chased Iglesias as he rode out of the stadium.

JUANES | 2002

Juanes hadn’t even released signature hit “La Camisa Negra” when he performed at the rodeo. Talk about foresight. He has gone on to become a huge star.

PITBULL | 2013, 2015, 2016

Dale! Mr. Worldwide hosted the city’s biggest happy hour three times. The biggest girls’ night out ever.

J BALVIN | 2018

The first reggaeton performer at RodeoHouston was the adventurous J Balvin, who combines music and fashion with his modern take on the genre.

PRINCE ROYCE | 2019

Bachata heartthrob Prince Royce was the first in his genre to play RodeoHouston. He paid tribute to rodeo great Selena with a sweet rendition of “No Me Queda Mas.”