La música no se toca
Alejandro Sanz · 2012
55 min · 13 tracks · Latin pop
A vibrant blend of contemporary pop melodies and traditional Spanish rhythms, infused with heartfelt storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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La música no se toca Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's essence, merging catchy hooks with poignant lyrics about the emotional power of music itself.
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No me compares — This track stands out for its introspective lyrics that explore themes of love and longing, showcasing Sanz's ability to convey deep emotion through songwriting.
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Llamando a la mujer acción — With its upbeat tempo and energetic rhythm, this song highlights Sanz's flair for blending romantic themes with danceable pop elements, making it a fan favorite.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production but lacks a fully cohesive flow across its length.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and strong rhythmic elements, while the fourth track introduces a slower ballad that shifts the album's energy.
- The lyrics often employ vivid imagery and storytelling, with recurring themes of love and longing that are explored in varying depths across different tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic flow throughout
- heartfelt moments of reflection
- vibrant energy for gatherings
- captivating rhythms for dancing
Maybe skip if you
- prefer intense, fast-paced music
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and relevance in Alejandro Sanz's established career.
- Career context
- By the time Alejandro Sanz released La música no se toca in 2012, he was already an established figure in Latin pop, following the success of his previous album, Paraíso Express. This album showcased a continuation of his evolution as an artist while also reflecting on two decades of his musical journey.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pablo Alborán· David Bisbal· Juanes
Tracklist
- 1 La música no se toca Start here 4:48
- 2 Yo te traigo... 20 años 3:41
- 3 No me compares 4:39
- 4 Llamando a la mujer acción 3:46
- 5 Mi marciana 4:53
- 6 Camino de rosas 4:20
- 7 Se vende 3:52
- 8 Cómo decir sin andar diciendo 4:24
- 9 Camino a casa 4:31
- 10 Nena 4:13
- 11 Bailo con vos 3:27
- 12 Me sumerjo 3:46
- 13 Para decirle adiós 5:11
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