Chilean Nueva Canción is a music movement that emerged in the 1960s in Chile, blending traditional folk music with contemporary themes. It aimed to address social and political issues, often reflecting the struggles of the working class and indigenous peoples. Artists like Victor Jara and Violeta Parra became prominent figures, using their music to promote social change and cultural identity. The movement gained international recognition and influenced other Latin American countries, contributing to the broader Nueva Canción movement across the region. However, it faced repression during the military dictatorship of Augusto Pinochet, leading many artists into exile or silence.