Released 20 years ago
La Tragedia del Vaquero
Vicente Fernández · 2006
42 min · 14 tracks
A vibrant blend of traditional mariachi sounds and heartfelt storytelling, capturing the essence of rural Mexican life.
Top tracks — play these first
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La tragedia del vaquero Start here — The title track vividly narrates a tale of loss and betrayal, demonstrating Fernández's signature storytelling prowess and emotional depth.
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Cuando te canses de llorar — This song encapsulates themes of heartache and resilience, showcasing Fernández's ability to convey profound emotions through simple yet poignant lyrics.
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¿Qué va a decir tu marido? — With its playful yet serious undertones, this track reflects the complexities of love and societal expectations, illustrating Fernández's range as a performer.
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 traditional mariachi elements, making it distinctive within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that sets a narrative tone, followed by a sequence of songs that maintain a consistent tempo and thematic focus on love and loss.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocal patterns typical of mariachi, enhancing the storytelling aspect through interaction with instrumental sections.
- 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
- poignant narratives of love
- steady pacing for reflection
- rich instrumentation for immersion
- emotional depth in every track
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat party vibes
- prefer standalone singles only
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Released in his later years, it showcases Vicente's enduring legacy and connection to mariachi.
- Themes
- rural Mexican life· betrayal and loss· societal expectations in love
- Moods
- Melancholy· Introspective
- Career context
- By 2006, Vicente Fernández was an established icon in the Latin music scene, known for his powerful voice and deep connection to traditional mariachi. 'La Tragedia del Vaquero' followed his prolific career that spanned decades, further solidifying his influence in ranchera music as he continued to perform despite advancing age.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jorge Negrete· Pedro Infante· José Alfredo Jiménez
Tracklist
- 1 La tragedia del vaquero Start here 3:47
- 2 El coyote 2:44
- 3 Al pie de un árbol 3:12
- 4 Ponle precio 2:36
- 5 Cuando te canses de llorar 2:57
- 6 Sufriendo a solas 4:00
- 7 Que chulada de mujer 3:01
- 8 ¿Qué va a decir tu marido? 2:24
- 9 Salud 3:06
- 10 La mitad de mi vida 2:34
- 11 Quién dijera 2:49
- 12 En cuerpo y alma 2:41
- 13 Borracho se me olvida 3:12
- 14 Lejos de mi tierra 3:25
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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