Released 30 years ago
La Pipa de la Paz
Aterciopelados · 1996
52 min · 15 tracks · Latin pop
A vibrant fusion of rock and Colombian rhythms, underscored by thought-provoking lyrics and a commitment to social change.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cosita seria Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its catchy melody and sharp lyrics addressing societal issues, making it a signature piece for the band.
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Expreso Amazonia — A poignant commentary on environmental concerns, this track combines lively instrumentation with a call to action that resonates throughout Latin America.
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La pipa de la paz — The title track encapsulates the album's message of peace and hope, blending traditional sounds with modern rock elements that define Aterciopelados' style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases a vibrant mix of rock and Colombian rhythms, with thoughtful lyrics and strong production.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong rhythmic pulse in 'Cosita seria' and maintains a lively tempo through the first half, before transitioning to more reflective tracks in the latter half.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocal patterns, emphasizing the communal aspect of the music.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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 mid-tempo groove
- celebratory cultural reflections
- engaging sing-along moments
- thoughtful social commentary
- for afternoon gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Innovative blend and social themes mark it as a high point in their artistic development.
- Themes
- Colombian social change· Amazon rainforest activism· cultural identity exploration
- Career context
- La Pipa de la Paz marked Aterciopelados' third studio album, following their breakthrough release El Dorado in 1995. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their presence in the Latin rock scene, using their platform to address social issues and cultural identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Los Fabulosos Cadillacs· Café Tacvba· La Oreja de Van Gogh
Tracklist
- 1 Cosita seria Start here 3:28
- 2 No necesito 3:44
- 3 Quemarropa 3:24
- 4 Nada que ver 3:19
- 5 La culpable 3:21
- 6 Expreso Amazonia 3:47
- 7 Miss Panela 3:47
- 8 Música 3:30
- 9 Buena estrella 3:25
- 10 Baracunatana 2:31
- 11 Platónico 3:39
- 12 La voz de la patria 3:44
- 13 Chica difícil 2:25
- 14 Te juro que no 3:29
- 15 La pipa de la paz 4:40
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