Tiempo Pa' Matar
Willie Colón · 1983
46 min · 8 tracks · salsa · boogaloo
A vibrant fusion of infectious salsa rhythms and lyrical storytelling that captures urban life and cultural pride.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo dance vibes
- lyrical storytelling with cultural pride
- invigorating rhythms for gatherings
- for urban celebrations
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced instant hits
- seek minimalist soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Tiempo Pa' Matar' was released in 1983, Willie Colón was a prominent figure in the salsa scene, having achieved commercial success with earlier albums like 'C'est La Vie' (1981). This album came after Colón's notable partnership with Hector Lavoe and marked a continuation of his evolution as a solo artist, showcasing his growing musical sophistication and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Héctor Lavoe· Rubén Blades· Tito Puente
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Voló 5:32
- 2 Falta de consideración 5:23
- 3 Gitana 6:56
- 4 Serenata 4:51
- 5 El diablo 6:40
- 6 Tiempo pa' matar 5:02
- 7 Noche de los enmascarados 4:08
- 8 Callejón sin salida 7:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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