Por una mujer
Julio Iglesias · 1972
37 min · 10 tracks · country music
A blend of passionate ballads and vibrant Spanish melodies that evoke deep emotions and longing.
Top tracks — play these first
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Por una mujer — The title track encapsulates the essence of the album with its heartfelt lyrics and melodious arrangement, making it a quintessential Julio Iglesias song that expresses yearning and devotion.
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Un canto a Galicia Start here — Serving as the opening track, this song showcases Iglesias's unique vocal delivery and pays homage to his Galician roots, setting a reflective tone for the entire album.
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Hombre solitario — This track stands out for its poignant narrative about loneliness and longing, highlighting Iglesias’s ability to convey deep emotional themes through his music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends orchestral arrangements with Spanish influences, showcasing Iglesias's vocal style while maintaining a cohesive flow.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of lush orchestration, with strings and horns complementing Iglesias's vocal delivery on most tracks.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional Spanish melodies, creating a distinct cultural flavor that sets them apart from typical country music.
- The title track is positioned as the emotional centerpiece, following a series of mid-tempo songs and leading into a more reflective closing sequence.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- romantic evening ambiance
- reflective solo listening
- gentle emotional storytelling
- moderate tempo balladry
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified Julio Iglesias's reputation as an international star.
- Themes
- Galician roots· romantic longing· emotional devotion
- Career context
- Released in 1972, 'Por una mujer' marked Julio Iglesias's rise as a prominent figure in Latin pop music following his earlier success with 'Un canto a Galicia' in 1970. This album solidified his reputation, showcasing his romantic vocal style and connecting deeply with Spanish-speaking audiences worldwide.
- Stylistic neighbors
- José José· Julio Iglesias Jr.· Engelbert Humperdinck
Tracklist
- 1 Un canto a Galicia Start here 4:14
- 2 Hombre solitario 2:33
- 3 A veces llegan cartas 3:10
- 4 Rio rebelde 2:57
- 5 Si volvieras otra vez 3:41
- 6 Por una mujer 4:57
- 7 No soy de aquí 3:46
- 8 En un rincón del desván 4:32
- 9 Sweet Caroline 3:41
- 10 Como el álamo al camino 3:49
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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