La Mujer
Shirley Bassey · 1989
41 min · 10 tracks · pop music
A lush orchestral backdrop envelops Bassey's powerful voice, blending traditional pop with romantic balladry.
Why this album works
This album is notable for showcasing Bassey’s ability to cross cultural boundaries, featuring Spanish-language tracks that appealed to a diverse audience. The emotional depth of her interpretations helped La Mujer achieve commercial success in markets beyond the UK, solidifying her status as an international artist.
- Best for
- steady emotional journey throughout lush orchestral backdrop immersion romantic ballads for introspection
- Context
- La Mujer marked Shirley Bassey's return to the recording scene after a brief hiatus, following her 1987 album, Keep the Music Alive. By this point in her career, she had already established herself as a celebrated vocalist known for her dramatic flair and emotive performances, but was seeking to reconnect with her Latin roots and expand her repertoire.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Lennon· Ringo Starr· 10cc· David Bowie· The Zombies· Elton John· Paul McCartney· Fleetwood Mac
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 La pasion que nos devora 4:56
- 2 Sin ti (Without You) Standout 3:27
- 3 Volveras Standout 4:36
- 4 No me hables mas de amor 4:18
- 5 Nadie mas te quiso (como yo) (I Could Never Miss You (More Than I Do)) 3:32
- 6 Asi sola yo (Out Here on My Own) 4:14
- 7 No fingire 4:14
- 8 Hoy no tengo nada (I Who Have Nothing) Standout 3:06
- 9 Vallas (Rivals) 4:30
- 10 Si yo te quiero mas 5:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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