Top tracks — play these first
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Obsesión — As the standout track on 'Magia', it showcases Maluma's smooth vocal style and catchy melodies, paving the way for his commercial breakthrough.
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Pasarla bien Start here — This track encapsulates the album's carefree spirit, featuring upbeat rhythms that highlight Maluma's flair for creating danceable pop music.
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Mala — With its infectious chorus and playful lyrics, 'Mala' exemplifies Maluma's ability to merge romantic themes with lively beats, resonating with young audiences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases catchy hooks and youthful energy but lacks depth in composition and craft.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brief intro followed by a series of upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, creating an energetic atmosphere.
- Several tracks feature repetitive hooks and choruses, emphasizing catchiness and accessibility for listeners.
- The last three tracks slow down the pace slightly, providing a contrast to the earlier high-energy songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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5/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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4/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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 dance vibes
- for lively gatherings
- playful sing-alongs with friends
- feel-good tracks for celebrations
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- avoid upbeat party atmospheres
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Maluma's reputation and visibility in mainstream Latin music.
- Career context
- Released in 2012, 'Magia' is Maluma's debut studio album, marking his transition from a budding artist to a prominent figure in Latin music. At this point, he was known primarily for his early singles but was beginning to establish a broader fanbase with this full-length release.
Tracklist
- 1 Intro, magia 2:12
- 2 Pasarla bien Start here 3:34
- 3 Obsesión 2:59
- 4 Primer amor 3:21
- 5 Vámonos de fuga 3:00
- 6 Mala 2:51
- 7 Presiento 2:57
- 8 Loco 3:10
- 9 Miss Independent 2:54
- 10 La intención 2:52
- 11 Correr el riesgo 2:41
- 12 Malo 3:24
- 13 Dos amores 2:55
- 14 Farandulera 2:47
- 15 Hoy 2:32
- 16 Me gusta todo de ti 2:29
- 17 Obsesión (remix) 3:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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