Selena Quintanilla's shocking and untimely death is still so heartbreaking, even though she was murdered over two decades ago. But here's the important thing to remember: Selena is so much more than a beautiful woman who met a tragic end. She was a Tejano music legend, a Grammy award winner, and a fashion icon—all that, mind you, she accomplished by the age of 23.

Selena was and still is a cherished voice in the Mexican-American community and beyond. In her short life, she created hit song after hit song and was, without a doubt, destined for superstar status around the world. You know how some people give off a certain vibe that's full of genuine light and love, and everyone wants to be around them? That was Selena. She sparkled. Though it's been 25 years since she passed, Selena's spirit lives on through her music, and soon we'll get to watch her magic on a Netflix show called Selena: The Series, which is set to be released in December. While you excitedly wait for what is sure to be a total tearjerker, listen to Selena's best songs.