La población
Víctor Jara · 1972
58 min · 14 tracks · traditional folk music
A poignant blend of folk melodies and protest lyrics that resonate with the struggles of the Chilean working class.
Top tracks — play these first
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Luchín — This track tells the story of a young boy living in poverty, highlighting Jara's ability to blend personal narratives with broader social commentary.
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Te recuerdo Amanda — A moving tribute to love amidst hardship, this song has become one of Jara's most celebrated pieces, representing both resilience and loss.
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Marcha de los pobladores — This track serves as a rallying cry for the urban poor, combining anthemic melodies with powerful lyrics that capture the spirit of collective struggle.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends folk melodies with poignant lyrics, reflecting social issues while maintaining a strong musical identity.
What we noticed
- Many tracks employ traditional folk instrumentation, prominently featuring guitar and strings, which support the lyrical themes.
- The lyrics often address social issues directly, with songs structured around storytelling that reflects the struggles of the working class.
- 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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7/10
- 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
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Luchín
The narrative shifts from Luchín's innocent dreams to stark realities of poverty, illustrating a painful contrast.
This sharp juxtaposition deepens the emotional impact by transitioning from childhood innocence to harsh societal truths.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lo único que tengo 3:15
- 2 En el río Mapocho 3:44
- 3 Luchín 3:16
- 4 La toma (16 marzo 1967) 7:21
- 5 La carpa de las coligüillas 2:43
- 6 El hombre es un creador 2:13
- 7 Hermida de La Victoria 3:58
- 8 Sacando pecho y brazo 2:33
- 9 Marcha de los pobladores 3:16
- 10 El desabastecimiento 2:20
- 11 Poema 15 (live) 5:18
- 12 Qué lindo es ser voluntario (live) 4:27
- 13 La bala (live) 7:56
- 14 Te recuerdo Amanda (live) 5:41
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