How many years has Selena been singing?

Selena Quintanilla-Pérez (April 16, 1971 – March 31, 1995), known by her first name Selena, was an American singer, songwriter, actress, and fashion designer. Called the "Queen of Tejano music", her contributions to music and fashion made her one of the most influential Latin artists of all time.

Selena's career began at the age of 10 when she performed in a local restaurant. In 1989, she signed with EMI Latin and released her debut album Selena. The album was a commercial success, selling more than 500,000 copies. Selena released a total of six studio albums, two live albums, and one compilation album. She won numerous awards for her music, including a Grammy Award for Best Mexican/American Album in 1994.

Selena was also a successful actress, starring in the films Selena (1997) and Don Juan DeMarco (1995). She also had her own clothing line, Selena Etc., which was launched in 1994.

So, Selena was singing for 15 years (from 1980 to 1995).