Selena
Selena y Los Dinos · 1989
30 min · 10 tracks · tejano music
A vibrant blend of traditional tejano rhythms and pop sensibilities, showcasing Selena's magnetic vocal presence.
Why this album works
'Selena' is significant for its commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Regional Mexican Albums chart and solidifying Selena's status as a crossover artist. The album's production helped pave the way for future Tejano artists and contributed to the genre's growing visibility in the late 1980s.
- Best for
- vibrant party atmosphere steady mid-tempo enjoyment sing-along moments with friends
- Context
- Released on October 17, 1989, 'Selena' was the first major label album by Selena y Los Dinos, marking a pivotal moment in her rise to fame. At this time, Selena was transitioning from regional popularity to national recognition, establishing her as a leading figure in Tejano music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Intocable· Freddy Fender· La Mafia
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tú eres Standout 3:03
- 2 Sukiyaki 3:11
- 3 Contigo quiero estar Standout 3:12
- 4 Besitos 2:59
- 5 Ámame, quiéreme 3:41
- 6 Tengo ganas de llorar Standout 3:31
- 7 My Love 3:15
- 8 Quiero ser 2:33
- 9 Mentiras 2:53
- 10 No te vayas 2:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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