El folklore de Chile – Vol. II
Violeta Parra · 1958
50 min · 16 tracks · nueva canción
A vibrant tapestry of traditional Chilean melodies interwoven with heartfelt storytelling and emotional depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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La Muerte con anteojos — This track exemplifies Parra's ability to blend humor with poignant themes, making death approachable through playful lyrics and lively instrumentation.
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Viva Dios, viva la Virgen [Parabienes a los novios] — Celebrating love and tradition, this song captures the essence of Chilean celebrations, showcasing Parra's skill in weaving cultural context into her music.
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Ya me voy a separar — This track stands out for its emotional depth, expressing personal loss while also reflecting broader societal themes prevalent in Parra's work.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- heartfelt storytelling through song
- vibrant melodies for gatherings
- reflective moments of nostalgia
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- emotional depth in every verse
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy beats
- prefer standalone radio hits
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Violeta Parra released El folklore de Chile – Vol. II in 1958, she was already a pivotal figure in the nueva canción movement, following her debut album in 1956. This album solidified her role as a curator of Chilean folk music, showcasing her dedication to preserving and revitalizing the country's cultural heritage through song.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mercedes Sosa· Silvio Rodríguez· Pablo Milanés
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Verso por el rey Asuero 3:08
- 2 Adiós, corazón amante 3:02
- 3 Bella joven 2:04
- 4 Ya me voy a separar 4:22
- 5 Verso por las doce palabras [La una es la principiante] 3:39
- 6 Viva Dios, viva la Virgen [Parabienes a los novios] 2:40
- 7 La Muerte con anteojos 4:34
- 8 Niña hechicera 2:29
- 9 Cueca larga de los Meneses 4:25
- 10 Amada prenda [Amada prenda querida] 2:36
- 11 Verso por desengaño [No tengo la culpa, ingrato] 4:58
- 12 La petaquita 2:15
- 13 Tonada del medio [Ya llegó tu medio amante] 2:22
- 14 Verso por padecimiento [Cuando el Divino Señor] 2:40
- 15 Tonada por ponderación [Una chacra que sembré] 2:34
- 16 Yo también quiero casarme 3:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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