Santana was born and raised in Mexico and got his start playing music in the country (viaBritannica).
His music has been heavily influenced by his time in Mexico.
He’s spent the rest of his career calling the Bay Area his home base.

He was even honored with aHispanic Heritage Award.
That is why it is no surprise that the musician is no fan of former President Donald Trump.
His followers would often chant “build the wall!”

at his campaign rallies.
However, in the process, Trump made some alarming and false claims about immigrants from Mexico.
They’re bringing crime.

And some, I assume, are good people," (viaTime).
Musician Carlos Santana was one who was unafraid to share how he felt about the former president.
He made a statement that read, “I want to see his light.
I already know about his darkness, his fear, and his greed.