Como un Campo de Maíz
Pablo Milanés · 2005
34 min · 12 tracks
A contemplative blend of traditional Cuban sounds and modern arrangements, rich in emotional depth and lyrical introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ya no sé (version cuerda) — This track opens the album with a delicate string arrangement that highlights Milanés' poignant vocal delivery, setting a reflective tone for the project.
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Mi Esperanza — A standout piece where Milanés intertwines hope with melancholy, showcasing his ability to convey complex emotions through simple yet powerful lyrics.
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Como un campo de maiz — The title track encapsulates the album's essence, using vivid imagery of nature to explore themes of love and longing, emblematic of Milanés' lyrical mastery.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate moments of reflection
- short, poignant listening experiences
- heartfelt melodies for quiet times
- poetic expressions of longing
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy anthems
- prefer lengthy exploratory tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2005, Como un Campo de Maíz marks Pablo Milanés' return to solo work after several collaborative albums in the early 2000s. This album showcases his enduring commitment to the Nueva Trova movement while reflecting a matured musical style, demonstrating both his roots and contemporary influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Silvio Rodríguez· Mercedes Sosa· Leonard Cohen
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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He sufrido algo
The moment shifts from a sense of deep personal loss to an acceptance of pain as part of life's journey.
This transition emphasizes growth and resilience, illustrating how sorrow can lead to strength without losing the emotional weight.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ya no sé (version cuerda) 2:56
- 2 Yo 2:43
- 3 Fabelo 3:25
- 4 He sufrido algo 2:29
- 5 Mi Esperanza 3:08
- 6 Llévame contigo muerte 3:17
- 7 Requiem para un amor 2:18
- 8 El sol ríe por mí 2:52
- 9 Sonidos del alma 2:25
- 10 Como un campo de maiz 3:12
- 11 Ya no sé 2:43
- 12 Para mi corazón basta tu pecho 2:52
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