Un Mexicano en la México
Vicente Fernández · 2010
62 min · 20 tracks
A vibrant celebration of traditional Mexican ranchera music filled with heartfelt melodies and passionate vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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No me sé rajar Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Por un amor — This track showcases Fernández's emotive vocal delivery, encapsulating themes of love and heartbreak that resonate deeply within ranchera tradition.
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La ley del monte — An iconic song that reflects the spirit of the Mexican countryside, it highlights Fernández's ability to convey regional stories through his performances.
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Volver volver — This classic anthem stands out for its powerful chorus and has become synonymous with Fernández’s career, often performed as a signature piece at his concerts.
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México lindo y querido — A patriotic song that evokes nostalgia for Mexico, it's emblematic of Fernández's role as a cultural ambassador through music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong traditional melodies and arrangements, reinforcing Vicente Fernández's distinct style within ranchera music.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of traditional mariachi instrumentation, including trumpets, violins, and guitars across nearly all tracks.
- Many songs employ a verse-chorus structure with emotionally charged lyrics that reflect themes of love and loss.
- The tempo varies, with several tracks maintaining a lively pace while others slow down to emphasize emotional delivery.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady emotional build throughout
- heartfelt sing-alongs with friends
- nostalgic reflections on love
- celebratory moments of togetherness
- late-night reminiscing with warmth
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced listening
- seek experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Revitalized interest in traditional Mexican music during a changing musical landscape.
- Themes
- Mexican patriotism· countryside nostalgia· heartbreak in ranchera
- Career context
- At the time of its release in 2010, Vicente Fernández was already an established icon in Mexican music, having enjoyed a prolific career since the 1950s. 'Un Mexicano en la México' came as his follow-up to 'Para Siempre', further solidifying his legacy as a leading figure in ranchera and mariachi genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jorge Negrete· Pedro Infante· José Alfredo Jiménez
Tracklist
- 1 No me sé rajar Start here 2:59
- 2 Por un amor 3:23
- 3 La diferencia 3:24
- 4 La ley del monte 2:23
- 5 Hermoso cariño 2:35
- 6 Motivos 3:04
- 7 El jalisciense 2:47
- 8 El ranchero 1:59
- 9 La primera caricia 3:01
- 10 Dolor 3:07
- 11 Yo quiero ser 2:50
- 12 Sin que lo sepas tú 2:57
- 13 Que te vaya bonito 3:40
- 14 México lindo y querido 3:48
- 15 Si acaso vuelves / Cruz de olvido 6:32
- 16 De 7 a 9 3:09
- 17 Que te vas te vas 2:39
- 18 De que manera te olvido 3:14
- 19 Tu camino y el mío 2:04
- 20 Volver volver 3:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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