Bulería cover

Bulería

David Bisbal · 2004

51 min · 12 tracks · pop music

An exuberant blend of flamenco rhythms and contemporary pop melodies that showcases Bisbal's vibrant vocal prowess.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Bulería — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its infectious rhythm and celebratory lyrics, showcasing Bisbal's ability to merge traditional flamenco with contemporary sounds.
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    Permítame señora — This track blends heartfelt lyrics with an upbeat tempo, highlighting Bisbal's versatility as a performer while appealing to both traditional and modern pop audiences.
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    Cómo olvidar — A poignant ballad that demonstrates Bisbal's emotional range and vocal strength, making it a standout moment that resonates deeply with listeners.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

Bulería blends flamenco and pop effectively, showcasing Bisbal's vocals while maintaining a cohesive sound.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks feature prominent flamenco guitar riffs interwoven with pop instrumentation, creating a distinct sound throughout the record.
  • The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, allowing for a more introspective finish to the album.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady emotional journey throughout
  • vibrant rhythms for celebration
  • for social gatherings
  • engaging melodies for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek minimalistic soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 10, 2004, Bulería is David Bisbal's second studio album, following his breakthrough debut, Corazón Latino. At this point in his career, he had gained significant popularity after finishing as a runner-up on the reality music show Operación Triunfo in 2001, setting the stage for his commercial success in Latin pop.
Stylistic neighbors
Pablo Alborán· Alejandro Sanz· Luis Fonsi

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Cómo olvidar

    The chorus shifts from reflecting on past love to an urgent plea for remembrance.

    This transition emphasizes the internal conflict between nostalgia and moving on, creating a powerful emotional anchor within the song.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Bulería 4:13
  • 2 Permítame señora 4:45
  • 3 Oye el boom 4:28
  • 4 Esta ausencia 4:37
  • 5 Cómo olvidar 4:34
  • 6 Me derrumbo (Crumbling) 4:11
  • 7 Camina y ven 4:22
  • 8 Se acaba 3:55
  • 9 Ángel de la noche 3:26
  • 10 Desnúdate mujer 4:41
  • 11 Condenado a tu amor 4:30
  • 12 Amores del sur 3:50

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