Iconos cover

Iconos

Marc Anthony · 2010

43 min · 10 tracks · salsa

A heartfelt collection of classic boleros, imbued with Marc Anthony's passionate vocal delivery and lush orchestral arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo emotional flow
  • heartfelt moments for romantic evenings
  • passionate vocals for intimate settings
  • engaging sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
  • seek experimental or avant-garde sounds

Where this album fits

Themes
longing and love· heartbreak ballads
Career context
By the time 'Iconos' was released in January 2010, Marc Anthony had established himself as a leading figure in Latin pop and salsa music. This album came after his successful crossover into English-language music with 'Marc Anthony' (1999) and 'Mended' (2002), marking a return to his roots with a tribute to iconic Latin ballads.
Stylistic neighbors
Luis Fonsi· Carlos Vives· Gloria Estefan
Sounds like this from elsewhere
El tren de los momentos by Alejandro Sanz — Combines passionate vocals with rich melodies, exploring similar emotional landscapes of love and heartbreak.
Pablo Alborán by Pablo Alborán — Delivers intimate ballads with a strong vocal presence, sharing the theme of romantic yearning and emotional depth.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Almohada 4:21
  • 2 El triste 5:19
  • 3 Y cómo es él 4:00
  • 4 Abrázame muy fuerte 4:34
  • 5 Te lo pido por favor 3:27
  • 6 Amada amante 3:56
  • 7 Vida 4:39
  • 8 Ya lo sé que tú te vas 4:54
  • 9 A quién quiero mentirle 4:13
  • 10 Maldita sea mi suerte 4:01

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