Basta cover

Basta

Quilapayún · 1969

53 min · 17 tracks · nueva canción chilena · nueva canción

A powerful blend of traditional Latin American folk with politically charged lyrics and rich harmonies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • politically charged lyrical engagement
  • dynamic journey experience
  • reflective moments of solidarity
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • vibrant communal sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1969, 'Basta' was Quilapayún's first studio album, marking their emergence as pivotal figures in the nueva canción movement. At this time, they were just starting to gain recognition for their unique fusion of music and political statements, setting the stage for future works that would further solidify their role in Chilean music and activism.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 La muralla 4:15
  • 2 Plegaria a un labrador 3:16
  • 3 Carabina 30-30 3:20
  • 4 La carta 2:51
  • 5 Coplas de baguala 4:12
  • 6 A la mina no voy 3:19
  • 7 La bola 3:11
  • 8 Canto a la pampa 5:47
  • 9 El tururururu 2:26
  • 10 Por qué los pobres no tienen 3:59
  • 11 Bella ciao 2:47
  • 12 Patrón 2:39
  • 13 Que dirá el Santo Padre 2:46
  • 14 Cueca de Joaquín Murieta 1:34
  • 15 Los pueblos americanos 1:42
  • 16 Milonga de andar lejos 2:40
  • 17 ¡¡Basta ya!! 3:08

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