Borboletta cover

Borboletta

Santana · 1974

50 min · 12 tracks · Latin rock

A vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and rock sensibilities, celebrating life through intricate melodies and passionate instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • vibrant rhythms for uplifting moments
  • reflective listening during sunset
  • celebratory soundtracks for gatherings
  • intricate melodies for focused enjoyment

Maybe skip if you want

  • fast-paced instant gratification seekers
  • fans of straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1974, 'Borboletta' marked Santana's sixth studio album, following the commercial success of 'Caravanserai' in 1972. At this point in his career, Santana was deepening his exploration of world music influences, moving away from mainstream rock towards a more eclectic sound. This album is often seen as a bridge between the band's earlier hits and their later experimental works.
Stylistic neighbors
Carlos Vives· Los Lobos· Javier Solís

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Spring Manifestations 1:05
  • 2 Canto de los flores 3:46
  • 3 Life Is Anew 4:16
  • 4 Give and Take 5:47
  • 5 One With the Sun 4:23
  • 6 Aspirations 5:12
  • 7 Practice What You Preach 4:32
  • 8 Mirage 4:43
  • 9 Here and Now 3:02
  • 10 Flor de canela 2:19
  • 11 Promise of a Fisherman 8:05
  • 12 Borboletta 2:51

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata