Balas y chocolate
Lila Downs · 2015
52 min · 13 tracks · folk · regional Mexican
A vibrant tapestry of traditional Mexican sounds interwoven with contemporary themes and poignant storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo storytelling flow
- vibrant celebration of cultural roots
- poignant reflections on life themes
- engaging narrative arc throughout
- for relaxed gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer high-energy party tracks
- seek instant gratification songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Balas y chocolate' was released in 2015, Lila Downs was already an established artist known for blending folk music with social commentary. This album served as her follow-up to 'Pájaros de la calle', further solidifying her unique voice in regional Mexican music while exploring themes of identity and resilience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Natalia Lafourcade· Silvio Rodríguez· Mercedes Sosa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Humito de copal 3:52
- 2 Mano negra 4:32
- 3 Balas y chocolate 3:30
- 4 Una cruz de madera 3:09
- 5 La farsante 4:17
- 6 La burra 3:18
- 7 Cuando me tocas tú 4:35
- 8 La patria madrina 4:18
- 9 Las casas de madera 4:09
- 10 La promesa 5:25
- 11 Son de difuntos 3:37
- 12 Dulce veneno 3:43
- 13 Viene la muerte echando rasero 4:00
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