What makes Amaral by Amaral notable?

The album received critical acclaim, charting high in Spain and helping to ignite the late '90s Spanish rock scene. It established Amaral as a significant force in Spanish music, influencing subsequent artists with its lyrical depth and melodic strength. The tracks from this album still resonate within the contemporary Spanish music landscape. Amaral, released in 1998, was the debut album by the Spanish duo Amaral, marking their entrance into the music scene. At this time, Eva Amaral and Juan Aguirre were establishing their identity as a band, following years of performing in local venues. This album set the foundation for their future success and acclaim in Spain and beyond.

Amaral works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective moments, intimate atmosphere for quiet evenings and heartfelt lyrics for personal connection.

How many songs are on Amaral?

Amaral has 13 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Amaral

Amaral · 1998

48 min · 13 tracks · folk rock

A vibrant blend of folk rock melodies and introspective lyrics that evoke the essence of Spanish culture.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Un día más — This track showcases Amaral's ability to blend catchy melodies with poignant lyrics, encapsulating themes of hope and perseverance that define the album.
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Voy a acabar contigo — With its powerful instrumentation and evocative storytelling, this song highlights the duo's knack for emotional expression and dramatic musicality.
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No sé qué hacer con mi vida — This track stands out for its introspective lyrics that explore existential uncertainty, resonating deeply with listeners navigating similar feelings.
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Soy lo que soy — The anthem-like quality of this song emphasizes self-acceptance and personal identity, making it a memorable highlight of the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo reflective moments
intimate atmosphere for quiet evenings
heartfelt lyrics for personal connection
engaging storytelling throughout the album

Maybe skip if you

prefer upbeat or fast-paced music
seek standalone tracks over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context: Amaral, released in 1998, was the debut album by the Spanish duo Amaral, marking their entrance into the music scene. At this time, Eva Amaral and Juan Aguirre were establishing their identity as a band, following years of performing in local venues. This album set the foundation for their future success and acclaim in Spain and beyond.
Stylistic neighbors: La Oreja de Van Gogh· Dani Martín· Mägo de Oz

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Voy a acabar contigo

The bridge shifts dramatically in tone, revealing raw vulnerability amidst an otherwise confident stance.

This contrast deepens the emotional impact of the track, showcasing the duality of strength and fragility within relationships.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Rosita 2:54
2 Un día más 4:21
3 Voy a acabar contigo 3:52
4 Cara a cara 3:23
5 Tardes 4:06
6 No existen los milagros 3:40
7 Lo quiero oír de tu boca 3:35
8 Habla 3:17
9 1997 3:35
10 Dile a la rabia 4:29
11 Soy lo que soy 3:17
12 No sé qué hacer con mi vida 3:01
13 Mercado negro 4:46

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