Released 29 years ago today
Jefe de jefes
Los Tigres del Norte · 1997
65 min · 19 tracks · norteño
A vibrant tapestry of norteño sounds, blending traditional instruments with poignant storytelling and contemporary themes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo storytelling
- poignant narratives for reflection
- celebratory moments with friends
- rich cultural themes throughout
- engaging acoustic arrangements
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the release of 'Jefe de jefes' in June 1997, Los Tigres del Norte had already established themselves as leading figures in norteño music, following their breakthrough album 'La Puerta Verde' in 1995. This album marked a significant point in their career as they expanded their thematic range, addressing social issues such as immigration and identity through their music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Intocable· Los Bukis· Grupo Frontera
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Jefe de jefes 3:34
- 2 El sucesor 3:03
- 3 Por debajo del agua 3:18
- 4 El dolor de un padre 3:37
- 5 También las mujeres pueden 3:39
- 6 El rengo del gallo giro 3:07
- 7 Carne quemada 2:55
- 8 Mis dos patrias 3:33
- 9 El prisionero 3:24
Disc 2
- 1 El mojado acaudalado 3:44
- 2 Ni aquí, ni allá 3:34
- 3 El tarasco 3:43
- 4 La paloma 3:05
- 5 Jesús Amado 3:10
- 6 Lo que sembré allá en la sierra 3:00
- 7 El plantón 3:27
- 8 Las novias del traficante 3:14
- 9 El general 3:26
- 10 El mojado acaudalado (acústico) 4:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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