The City of Los Angeles recently honored Mexican-American R&B singer Amanda Perez, known for nostalgic hits including “Angel” and “Never,” for her cultural impact and for embodying “the stories, rhythms, and legacies that make Latino culture a powerful force.” The 45-year-old Chicana icon, who was awarded and thanked for her participation in South Central’s Latino Carnaval on October 11, posted the certificate to Instagram and celebrated the achievement, writing: “Thank you city of Los Angeles for all your love and support.” #AmandaPerez #Angel #MexicanAmericanIcon #LosAngeles #HLOG #IPray #Never #LatinaPower #ChicanaPower #RnB #SouthCentral #LatinoCarnaval #LatinaImpact