Top tracks — play these first
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To My Brothers Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Vamos a guerrear — This track stands out for its rallying call to action, combining infectious rhythms with lyrics that encourage unity and strength among women.
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Me acuerdo... — The poignant storytelling in this song captures nostalgia and longing, showcasing Ivy's lyrical depth alongside her dynamic vocal delivery.
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Vendetta — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's overall theme of defiance and empowerment, making it a crucial representation of Ivy's artistry.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends strong beats with empowering themes, showcasing Ivy Queen's distinctive voice and lyrical assertiveness.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a spoken-word intro that sets a tone of solidarity before transitioning into the first track's reggaeton beat.
- Each song features a prominent bass line and rhythmic percussion, maintaining a danceable tempo throughout.
- Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, emphasizing community and engagement with the listener.
- The final track concludes with a gradual fade-out, leaving an echoing sense of unresolved tension.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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 mid-tempo dance energy
- confident anthems for empowerment
- fierce rhythms for motivation
- engaging flow for social gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective tracks
- seek lengthy immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and relevance in themes of empowerment for Ivy Queen.
- Career context
- By the time Ivy Queen released Vendetta in 2015, she was already a prominent figure in reggaeton, known for her powerful voice and assertive lyrics. This album marked her return after a brief hiatus since her previous album, selling out venues and solidifying her status as a leading female artist in a male-dominated genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Karol G· Natti Natasha· Becky G
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Vamos a guerrear
The chorus repeatedly empowers listeners to rise up against adversity and fight for their rights.
This call to arms serves not only as a musical hook but also reinforces the album's central message of resilience and solidarity.
Tracklist
- 1 To My Brothers Start here 3:22
- 2 Vamos a guerrear 3:45
- 3 Vendetta 3:07
- 4 Me acuerdo... 4:35
- 5 Lo vamos a danzar 3:12
- 6 I Don't Know 3:09
- 7 Dime a mí quién 3:04
- 8 Ver tu fin 3:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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