El Dorado
Shakira · 2017
44 min · 13 tracks · contemporary R&B · folk · pop rock
A vibrant blend of reggaeton, pop, and folk influences that captures the essence of love and longing.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo groove celebratory anthems for gatherings playful melodies for road trips
- Context
- Released on May 26, 2017, 'El Dorado' marked Shakira's first Spanish-language album in over a decade since 'Fijación Oral, Vol. 1' in 2005. At this point in her career, she was transitioning back to her Latin roots after years of mainstream English-language success, including hits like 'Hips Don't Lie'. This album represents her artistic return to the Latin music scene while also showcasing her evolution as an artist.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, folk, pop rock
El Dorado is an album by Shakira, released in 2017. A vibrant blend of reggaeton, pop, and folk influences that captures the essence of love and longing. 'El Dorado' debuted at number one on the Billboard Latin Pop Albums chart and received a Grammy nomination for Best Latin Pop Album. The lead single 'Chantaje,' featuring Maluma, became a massive hit across Latin America and beyond, contributing to the resurgence of Latin pop in mainstream music during the late 2010s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does El Dorado sound like?
A vibrant blend of reggaeton, pop, and folk influences that captures the essence of love and longing. Rooted in contemporary R&B and folk.
What makes El Dorado by Shakira notable?
'El Dorado' debuted at number one on the Billboard Latin Pop Albums chart and received a Grammy nomination for Best Latin Pop Album. The lead single 'Chantaje,' featuring Maluma, became a massive hit across Latin America and beyond, contributing to the resurgence of Latin pop in mainstream music during the late 2010s. Released on May 26, 2017, 'El Dorado' marked Shakira's first Spanish-language album in over a decade since 'Fijación Oral, Vol. 1' in 2005. At this point in her career, she was transitioning back to her Latin roots after years of mainstream English-language success, including hits like 'Hips Don't Lie'. This album represents her artistic return to the Latin music scene while also showcasing her evolution as an artist.
Who is El Dorado for?
El Dorado works well if you're into steady mid-tempo groove, celebratory anthems for gatherings and playful melodies for road trips.
How many songs are on El Dorado?
El Dorado has 13 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Me enamoré Standout 3:47
- 2 Nada 3:10
- 3 Chantaje Standout 3:15
- 4 When a Woman 3:18
- 5 Amarillo 3:40
- 6 Perro fiel 3:16
- 7 Trap 3:20
- 8 Comme moi 3:09
- 9 Coconut Tree 3:50
- 10 La bicicleta Standout 3:48
- 11 Deja vu 3:16
- 12 What We Said (Comme moi) (English version) 3:00
- 13 Toneladas 3:11
Release Date
May 26, 2017
Artist Origin
Colombia
Runtime
44 min 6 sec
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