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Planetario

Enanitos Verdes · 1997

46 min · 11 tracks · rock music

Melodic rock harmonies intertwine with reflective lyrics, capturing the essence of love and longing in a vibrant Latin style.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Carmencita — This track opens the album with infectious energy, presenting a narrative that captures a bittersweet love story through its engaging melody and rhythm.
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    Vivir sin tu amor — A poignant ballad that explores themes of heartache and longing, showcasing the band's lyrical depth alongside emotional vocal delivery.
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    Es tan fácil — This song stands out for its catchy hook and upbeat tempo, combining a playful tone with insightful lyrics about the complexities of relationships.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

54 /100
Foothills
Higher than 43% of albums we've rated

The album blends rock with Latin influences, showcasing strong melodies and reflective lyrics.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with driving rhythms, while the second half shifts to more introspective ballads.
  • Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies that enhance the melodic structure, particularly in the choruses.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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 listening experience
  • heartfelt melodies for reflection
  • for nostalgic afternoons
  • sing-along moments with friends

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer fast-paced tracks
  • seek experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Cemented the band's popularity after their earlier commercial success.
Career context
Released in 1997, Planetario was the fifth studio album by Enanitos Verdes, following their commercial breakthrough with Contra Reloj in 1994. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their status as one of Latin America's leading rock bands, known for their catchy melodies and poignant lyrics.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Carmencita 5:37
  • 2 Es tan fácil 3:42
  • 3 Una absurda canción de amor 5:02
  • 4 Tibio corazón 4:00
  • 5 Vivir sin tu amor 5:03
  • 6 Ganar 4:49
  • 7 Decir que sí, decir que no 4:04
  • 8 Mil historias 3:36
  • 9 El puñal 3:27
  • 10 Tan sólo un instante 3:25
  • 11 Cables sueltos 3:55

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