O gringo
Bernard Lavilliers · 1980
44 min · 10 tracks · chanson
A vibrant tapestry of world rhythms and poetic lyrics that reflects the cultural crossroads of urban life.
Top tracks — play these first
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O Gringo — The title track encapsulates Lavilliers' exploration of identity and belonging, juxtaposing personal narrative with broader cultural commentary.
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Stand the Ghetto — This song addresses social issues with a rhythmic urgency, melding reggae influences that reflect Lavilliers’ political engagement and empathy for marginalized communities.
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La Salsa — Infused with infectious dance rhythms, this track showcases Lavilliers’ ability to merge genres while celebrating Caribbean culture through vibrant instrumentation.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rock City 3:06
- 2 La Salsa 5:04
- 3 Traffic 5:34
- 4 O Gringo 5:07
- 5 Sertaô 4:43
- 6 Attention fragile 3:50
- 7 Pierrot la Lame 4:06
- 8 Stand the Ghetto 4:30
- 9 Kingston 4:07
- 10 Est-ce ainsi que les hommes vivent ? 4:29
Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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