Residente
Residente · 2017
54 min · 13 tracks · alternative hip-hop · reggaeton · urban contemporary
A vibrant fusion of global rhythms and incisive lyrics that challenge societal norms with every beat.
Why this album works
The album received widespread acclaim, winning the Latin Grammy Award for Best Urban Music Album and garnering recognition for its bold lyrics addressing issues of identity and politics. Its impact resonated throughout Latin America, influencing contemporary artists to engage with social commentary through their music.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys gradual builds and payoffs long, immersive listening sessions
- Context
- Residente, the debut solo album by Calle 13's frontman René Pérez Joglar, arrived in 2017 after the group's disbandment in 2015. This album marked a significant shift as it presented his individual artistry, showcasing his political and personal themes while exploring diverse musical influences from around the world.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rauw Alejandro· Myke Towers· Mushkaa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro ADN / DNA 1:40
- 2 Somos anormales 3:38
- 3 Interludio entre montañas siberianas 2:22
- 4 Una leyenda china Standout 4:29
- 5 Interludio haruna fati 0:40
- 6 Dagombas en tamale 3:55
- 7 Desencuentro 4:44
- 8 Guerra Standout 5:34
- 9 Apocalíptico 6:12
- 10 La sombra 4:04
- 11 Milo 6:03
- 12 El futuro es nuestro Standout 4:26
- 13 Hijos del cañaveral 6:22
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