Cantora 1 cover

Cantora 1

Mercedes Sosa · 2009

65 min · 17 tracks · folk · traditional folk music · trova

A rich tapestry of Argentine folk, blending traditional melodies with heartfelt interpretations and poignant lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • contemplative evening reflections
  • emotional storytelling journeys
  • rich, textured soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2009, 'Cantora 1' marked Mercedes Sosa's return to the music scene after a seven-year hiatus following her last studio album. This collection reflects her enduring influence in Argentine folk music and her role as a cultural icon, showcasing her ability to reinterpret classic songs while introducing them to a new generation.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Aquellas pequeñas cosas 2:39
  • 2 Barro tal vez 3:45
  • 3 Sea 3:40
  • 4 Coração vagabundo 3:50
  • 5 La maza 4:18
  • 6 Zamba para olvidarte 5:03
  • 7 Agua, fuego, tierra y viento 3:43
  • 8 Celador de sueños 3:38
  • 9 Sabiéndose de los descalzos 2:56
  • 10 Himno de mi corazón 4:11
  • 11 Novicia 4:45
  • 12 Zamba de los adioses 4:16
  • 13 Nada 3:51
  • 14 Esa musiquita 3:09
  • 15 Romance de la luna tucumana 4:17
  • 16 Deja la vida volar 3:58
  • 17 Pájaro de rodillas 3:42

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