Mera Me Ti Mera cover

Mera Me Ti Mera

Antique · 1999

43 min · 12 tracks · laïko

A vibrant blend of traditional Greek sounds and contemporary pop sensibilities, infused with infectious rhythms.

Why this album works

This album is significant for its commercial success, reaching high positions on Greek charts and contributing to the resurgence of laïko music in the late 90s. The single 'Opa Opa' became particularly popular, resonating across Europe and helping Antique gain international recognition.
Best for
infectious rhythms for dancing steady mid-tempo flow throughout vibrant energy for social gatherings
Context
Released in 1999, 'Mera Me Ti Mera' was Antique's debut album, marking their entry into the Greek music scene. The album helped establish them as a leading act in the laïko genre, following their participation in the Eurovision Song Contest earlier that year, which significantly raised their profile.
Stylistic neighbors
Glykeria· Haris Alexiou· Elli Kokkinou

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Mystique Antique 1:38
  • 2 Dinata dinata Standout 3:18
  • 3 Opa opa Standout 3:35
  • 4 Mera meti mera Standout 3:14
  • 5 Se thello 3:18
  • 6 I zoi ine tora 3:05
  • 7 No Time to Play 4:22
  • 8 Ellatho 3:14
  • 9 Set Your Body Free 5:28
  • 10 Mou lipis 4:13
  • 11 The Earth 4:21
  • 12 Westoriental Trip 4:08

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata