Habitaciones Extrañas
Enanitos Verdes · 1987
37 min · 11 tracks · rock music
A vibrant fusion of rock melodies and poignant lyrics that capture the essence of youth and longing in 1980s Argentina.
Top tracks — play these first
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El extraño del pelo largo — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its catchy rhythm and relatable narrative about an intriguing character, establishing the band's signature sound.
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Derribando sueños — The song combines anthemic choruses with introspective lyrics that highlight the struggle against societal expectations, making it resonate deeply with listeners.
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Te vi en un tren — This track stands out for its evocative storytelling, capturing a fleeting moment of connection that reflects on themes of love and chance encounters.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong melodies and reflective lyrics but lacks a cohesive flow throughout its runtime.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong guitar riff in 'El extraño del pelo largo', setting an energetic tone that persists through the first half.
- Lyrical themes of longing and youth are prevalent, particularly in tracks like 'Te vi en un tren' and 'Sólo alguien como vos', which feature reflective verses.
- The tempo varies significantly, with tracks like 'Derribando sueños' maintaining a steady pace while others, such as 'Vivo dos veces', introduce more dynamic shifts.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- melodic storytelling for introspection
- nostalgic vibes of youth
- easy listening for casual settings
- thoughtful lyrics for deep thoughts
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified their place in the rock en español movement.
- Career context
- Released in 1987, Habitaciones Extrañas was Enanitos Verdes' third album, following their breakthrough record, Pescado Rabioso. This album solidified their place in the rock en español movement, showcasing a matured sound and deeper lyrical themes as they gained wider recognition across Latin America.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hombres G· La Oreja de Van Gogh· Los Abuelos de la Nada
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 El extraño del pelo largo 2:54
- 2 Por el resto 4:26
- 3 Derribando sueños 2:58
- 4 Pasos 4:18
- 5 Sumar tiempo no es sumar amor 3:42
- 6 Te vi en un tren 4:07
- 7 Encerrado sin amar 3:02
- 8 Sólo alguien como vos 2:40
- 9 Vivo dos veces 2:43
- 10 La misma luna 3:14
- 11 Atrapado 3:47
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