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Released 10 years ago

Sobre el amor y sus efectos secundarios

Morat · 2016

71 min · 19 tracks · folk rock

Bright, melodic folk rock intertwines with heartfelt lyrics about love's complexities and emotional turmoil.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Cómo te atreves — This track exemplifies the band's signature blend of catchy hooks and poignant lyrics, capturing the feeling of heartbreak with an infectious melody that resonated widely.
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    Mi nuevo vicio — As one of the lead singles, it showcases Morat's ability to combine upbeat instrumentals with narratives of obsession and longing, making it a fan favorite.
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    Aprender a quererte — This song stands out for its introspective lyrics that delve into the challenges of learning to love someone fully, highlighting the band's lyrical depth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases catchy melodies and relatable themes but follows familiar structures in its genre.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of bright acoustic guitars and layered harmonies across most tracks, creating a cohesive folk rock sound.
  • Several songs employ a call-and-response vocal style, enhancing the emotional connection between the singers and the lyrics.
  • The first half of the album maintains an upbeat tempo, while the latter half introduces slower ballads that explore deeper emotional themes.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

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 melodic exploration
  • intimate emotional reflections
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 17, 2016, 'Sobre el amor y sus efectos secundarios' is Morat's debut studio album following a series of successful EPs. At this point, the band had already gained considerable recognition in Latin America for their catchy sound and engaging storytelling, making this album a significant step in solidifying their presence in the music industry.
Stylistic neighbors
Mumford & Sons· Vance Joy· The Lumineers

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mi nuevo vicio 3:57
  • 2 En un sólo día 3:22
  • 3 Aprender a quererte 3:49
  • 4 Yo más te adoro 3:22
  • 5 Di que no te vas 3:58
  • 6 Ladrona 4:16
  • 7 Cómo te atreves 4:01
  • 8 Una vez más 4:02
  • 9 Mil tormentas 3:53
  • 10 Ahora que no puedo hablar 4:25
  • 11 Amor con hielo 3:24
  • 12 Cuánto me duele 3:50
  • 13 Ya no estás tú 3:20
  • 14 La última vez 3:40
  • 15 Del estadio al cielo 3:54
  • 16 Eres tú 3:26
  • 17 Mi nuevo vicio 4:00
  • 18 Yo contigo, tú conmigo (The Gong Gong Song) 2:58
  • 19 Cómo te atreves (versión acústica) 3:52

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