Valió la pena
Marc Anthony · 2004
40 min · 8 tracks · salsa
A vibrant fusion of salsa rhythms and heartfelt pop melodies that exemplifies Marc Anthony's signature style.
Why this album works
The album achieved commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Tropical Albums chart and solidifying Anthony's status as a leading figure in Latin music. Its title track, 'Valió la pena', became a staple in salsa clubs and received extensive radio play, contributing to a revival of interest in traditional salsa sounds among younger audiences.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo dance vibes heartfelt sing-alongs with friends uplifting tracks for celebrations
- Context
- Released on July 27, 2004, 'Valió la pena' marked Marc Anthony's return to the Latin music forefront after his successful crossover into English-language pop. This album followed his critically acclaimed release 'Mended', showcasing his growth as a passionate interpreter of romantic ballads and dance tracks within the salsa genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Christina Aguilera· Alanis Morissette· Madonna· Prince· Harry Nilsson· Cher· Bob Dylan· No Doubt
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Valió la pena Standout 4:54
- 2 Escapémonos Standout 5:36
- 3 Ahora quien 5:14
- 4 Tu amor me hace bien Standout 5:04
- 5 Volando entre tus brazos 5:23
- 6 Amigo 4:17
- 7 Se esfuma tu amor 4:41
- 8 Lamento borincano 5:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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