Víctor Jara
Víctor Jara · 1967
35 min · 12 tracks · traditional folk music
A raw and poignant blend of folk melodies infused with powerful political messages and emotive storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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El aparecido — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its haunting melody and direct references to political struggle, showcasing Jara's commitment to activism through art.
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Así como hoy matan negros — This song confronts racial injustice head-on, employing stark imagery that highlights systemic violence and oppression, making it a powerful anthem of resistance.
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Romance del enamorado y la muerte — Blending themes of love and mortality, this track exemplifies Jara's skill in weaving personal narratives with broader societal issues, reflecting the complexities of life under repression.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively combines folk melodies with poignant political themes, creating a cohesive and impactful listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong political statement in 'El aparecido', setting a tone that persists throughout the record.
- Tracks often feature simple acoustic arrangements, allowing Jara's voice and lyrics to take center stage without distraction.
- Several songs incorporate traditional Chilean folk instruments, grounding the music in its cultural context while enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 El aparecido 2:16
- 2 El lazo 3:50
- 3 Qué alegres son las obreras 3:11
- 4 Despedimiento del angelito 3:32
- 5 Solo 3:12
- 6 En algún lugar del puerto 4:21
- 7 Así como hoy matan negros 2:15
- 8 El amor es un camino que de repente aparece 2:28
- 9 Casi, casi 2:01
- 10 Canción de cuna para un niño vago 3:40
- 11 Romance del enamorado y la muerte 2:50
- 12 Ay mi palomita 1:43
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