Border Girl cover

Border Girl

Paulina Rubio · 2002

62 min · 16 tracks · music of Latin America

A vibrant blend of pop melodies and Latin rhythms that showcases Paulina Rubio's dynamic vocal range.

Why this album works

'Border Girl' reached the top 10 on the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart and solidified Rubio's status as a crossover artist. Its lead single, 'Don't Say Goodbye,' became a significant hit, contributing to her recognition beyond Spanish-speaking audiences. The album's production and marketing reflected the early 2000s trend of Latin pop's mainstream emergence in the United States.
Best for
dynamic vocal performances contagious dance energy romantic, emotional narratives
Context
Released on June 17, 2002, 'Border Girl' was Paulina Rubio's first English-language album following her successful career in the Spanish-speaking market. It marked a pivotal moment as she sought to broaden her international appeal after establishing herself as a pop icon in Latin America with albums like 'Paulina' (2000). The album positioned her firmly within the global pop landscape while retaining her Latin roots.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Don't Say Goodbye Standout 4:49
  • 2 Casanova Standout 3:36
  • 3 Border Girl 3:36
  • 4 The One You Love 3:47
  • 5 Not That Kind of Girl 3:26
  • 6 Undeniable 3:29
  • 7 The Last Goodbye 4:39
  • 8 Stereo 3:48
  • 9 I'll Be Right Here (Sexual Lover) 3:58
  • 10 Fire (Sexy Dance) 3:29
  • 11 I Was Made for Lovin' You 3:33
  • 12 Si tú te vas 4:50
  • 13 Baila Casanova Standout 3:46
  • 14 Todo mi amor 3:36
  • 15 Libre 3:43
  • 16 Y yo sigo aquí 3:58

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