El derecho de vivir en paz
Víctor Jara · 1971
57 min · 17 tracks · traditional folk music · protest song · nueva canción chilena
A poignant blend of folk melodies and stirring lyrics that resonate with the struggle for justice and human rights.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady, reflective listening sessions poignant storytelling and themes mid-tempo engaging flow
- Context
- Released in April 1971, 'El derecho de vivir en paz' was Víctor Jara's second studio album, following his impactful debut. At this point in his career, Jara was becoming a prominent figure in the nueva canción movement, using music as a vehicle for political expression amidst a growing social consciousness in Chile.
- If you like
- traditional folk music, protest song, nueva canción chilena
El derecho de vivir en paz is an album by Víctor Jara, released in 1971. A poignant blend of folk melodies and stirring lyrics that resonate with the struggle for justice and human rights. This album is significant not only for its artistic merit but also as a cultural artifact of resistance during Chile's turbulent political climate. The title track became an anthem for social justice, symbolizing the fight against oppression and is often cited in discussions about protest music worldwide. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does El derecho de vivir en paz sound like?
A poignant blend of folk melodies and stirring lyrics that resonate with the struggle for justice and human rights. Rooted in traditional folk music and protest song.
What makes El derecho de vivir en paz by Víctor Jara notable?
This album is significant not only for its artistic merit but also as a cultural artifact of resistance during Chile's turbulent political climate. The title track became an anthem for social justice, symbolizing the fight against oppression and is often cited in discussions about protest music worldwide. Released in April 1971, 'El derecho de vivir en paz' was Víctor Jara's second studio album, following his impactful debut. At this point in his career, Jara was becoming a prominent figure in the nueva canción movement, using music as a vehicle for political expression amidst a growing social consciousness in Chile.
Who is El derecho de vivir en paz for?
El derecho de vivir en paz works well if you're into steady, reflective listening sessions, poignant storytelling and themes and mid-tempo engaging flow.
How many songs are on El derecho de vivir en paz?
El derecho de vivir en paz has 17 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 El derecho de vivir en paz Standout 4:35
- 2 Abre la ventana 3:56
- 3 La partida Standout 3:26
- 4 El niño yuntero 3:45
- 5 Vamos por ancho camino 3:18
- 6 A La Molina no voy más 3:12
- 7 A Cuba 4:00
- 8 Las casitas del barrio alto 2:30
- 9 El alma llena de banderas 4:00
- 10 Ni chicha ni limoná 3:22
- 11 Plegaria a un labrador Standout 3:16
- 12 B.R.P. (Brigada Ramona Parra) 3:15
- 13 Oiga pues m'hijita 2:42
- 14 Muchachas del telar 2:25
- 15 Venían del desierto 2:58
- 16 Poema 15 3:37
- 17 Danza de los niños 2:46
Release Date
April 1, 1971
Genre
nueva canción chilena, protest song, traditional folk music
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Artist Origin
Chile
Runtime
57 min 8 sec
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