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Real

Ivy Queen · 2004

57 min · 19 tracks · hip-hop · reggaeton · Latin music

A vibrant fusion of reggaeton rhythms and powerful lyrics echoing the struggles and triumphs of urban life.

Why this album works

Best for
steady pacing for focused listening vibrant energy for social settings powerful lyrics that resonate deeply
Context
When Ivy Queen released 'Real' in 2004, she was solidifying her status as the ‘Queen of Reggaeton’ after her breakthrough with 'The Original Rude Girl.' This album followed her successful collaboration on various tracks and showcased her artistic evolution, as she began to assert more control over her sound and lyrical themes.
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hip-hop, reggaeton, Latin music

Real is an album by Ivy Queen, released in 2004. A vibrant fusion of reggaeton rhythms and powerful lyrics echoing the struggles and triumphs of urban life. 'Real' is significant for its raw portrayal of urban life and female empowerment within the reggaeton genre, earning critical acclaim and commercial success. It helped to further establish Ivy Queen as a leading figure in Latin music, influencing future generations of artists in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Real sound like?

A vibrant fusion of reggaeton rhythms and powerful lyrics echoing the struggles and triumphs of urban life. Rooted in hip-hop and reggaeton.

What makes Real by Ivy Queen notable?

'Real' is significant for its raw portrayal of urban life and female empowerment within the reggaeton genre, earning critical acclaim and commercial success. It helped to further establish Ivy Queen as a leading figure in Latin music, influencing future generations of artists in the genre. When Ivy Queen released 'Real' in 2004, she was solidifying her status as the ‘Queen of Reggaeton’ after her breakthrough with 'The Original Rude Girl.' This album followed her successful collaboration on various tracks and showcased her artistic evolution, as she began to assert more control over her sound and lyrical themes.

Who is Real for?

Real works well if you're into steady pacing for focused listening, vibrant energy for social settings and powerful lyrics that resonate deeply.

How many songs are on Real?

Real has 19 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.

Tracklist

19 tracks·57:49

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

  • 1 Intro 1:42
  • 2 Chica ideal Standout 3:01
  • 3 Soldados Standout 3:13
  • 4 Matando 2:41
  • 5 Dale volumen 2:25
  • 6 Rociarlos 3:31
  • 7 Dile Standout 3:46
  • 8 Mi barrio 3:08
  • 9 Entiende 3:13
  • 10 Dee Jay 3:30
  • 11 Quítate Two 2:52
  • 12 Mi situación 3:14
  • 13 Acércate 3:01
  • 14 Ángel caído 2:21
  • 15 Tócame 3:38
  • 16 Baila así 2:48
  • 17 Vas a morir 4:13
  • 18 Rebulera 3:00
  • 19 Ángel caído (acoustic) 2:25

Release Date

January 1, 2004

Genre

Latin music, hip-hop, reggaeton

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

57 min 49 sec