Desde un Principio: From the Beginning
Marc Anthony · 1999
73 min · 15 tracks · salsa
A vibrant blend of salsa rhythms and heartfelt ballads showcasing Marc Anthony's dynamic vocal prowess.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- romantic evening ambiance
- contagious rhythmic energy
- reflective moments of nostalgia
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified Marc Anthony's status as a major player in Latin music.
- Themes
- salsa romance· New York nightlife· Latin pop crossover
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 1999, 'Desde un Principio: From the Beginning' marked Marc Anthony's transition into a mainstream pop icon following his successful salsa albums. This album came after his breakthrough record, 'Contra la Corriente,' which established him as a leading figure in Latin music and paved the way for his crossover appeal into English-language pop music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Luis Fonsi· Carlos Vives· Gloria Estefan
- If this clicks, go next to
- Libre — Continues the vibrant salsa sound with new themes and energy.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Dónde están los ladrones? by Shakira — Similar blend of Latin rhythms and pop sensibility, with themes of love and longing.Un Día Normal by Juanes — Merges rock and traditional Latin styles, exploring themes of romance and personal struggle.Mi Tierra by Gloria Estefan — Combines vibrant Latin sounds with heartfelt ballads, focusing on cultural identity and nostalgia.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "No me ames".
- 1 No me ames Start here 5:04
- 2 Si tú no te fueras 4:31
- 3 Necesito amarte 4:38
- 4 Hasta que te conocí 4:52
- 5 El último beso 4:23
- 6 Te conozco bien 5:01
- 7 Nadie como ella 4:44
- 8 Te amaré 4:35
- 9 Hasta ayer 3:57
- 10 Y hubo alguien 6:10
- 11 Contra la corriente 4:56
- 12 No me conoces 4:52
- 13 No sabes cómo duele 4:51
- 14 Preciosa 5:12
- 15 Vivir lo nuestro 6:06
What to play next
This album is considered a Breakthrough in Marc Anthony's catalog. This album solidified Marc Anthony's status as a major player in Latin music.
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