Differing from other countries, Ecuadorian pasillo became a national music symbol. According to author Ketty Wong, since the beginning of the 20th century the Ecuadorian pasillo stopped being a festive genre played in saloons and bands became more popular. It had many singles with melancholic texts referring to nostalgic and brokenhearted feelings.
Contrasting other nations, Ecuadorian pasillo became a national music emblem. As noted by author Ketty Wong, from the start of the 20th century, the Ecuadorian pasillo ceased to be a festive genre performed in saloons and bands gained popularity instead. It featured numerous singles with sorrowful lyrics addressing nostalgic and heartbroken sentiments.