About this album
Where they were
Released on January 1, 1999, 'Desde un Principio: From the Beginning' marked Marc Anthony's transition into a mainstream pop icon following his successful salsa albums. This album came after his breakthrough record, 'Contra la Corriente,' which established him as a leading figure in Latin music and paved the way for his crossover appeal into English-language pop music.
Why it matters
'Desde un Principio' solidified Marc Anthony's status as a major player in Latin music, debuting at number one on the Billboard Latin Albums chart. The album features the hit single 'No Me Ames,' which became a staple in his live performances and contributed to the growing popularity of salsa romantic ballads in the late 90s.
Essential tracks
- "No me ames" — This duet with Jennifer Lopez is not only a commercial success but also showcases the emotional depth of Anthony's vocal delivery paired with Lopez's harmonies.
- "Te conozco bien" — An iconic track that exemplifies Anthony's ability to fuse traditional salsa with contemporary pop sounds, it remains one of his signature songs.
- "Vivir lo nuestro" — Featuring La India, this track is a powerful representation of the collaboration culture in Latin music, combining both artists' strengths beautifully.
Release Date
January 1, 1999
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 No me ames 5:04
- 2 Si tú no te fueras 4:31
- 3 Necesito amarte 4:38
- 4 Hasta que te conocí 4:52
- 5 El último beso 4:23
- 6 Te conozco bien 5:01
- 7 Nadie como ella 4:44
- 8 Te amaré 4:35
- 9 Hasta ayer 3:57
- 10 Y hubo alguien 6:10
- 11 Contra la corriente 4:56
- 12 No me conoces 4:52
- 13 No sabes cómo duele 4:51
- 14 Preciosa 5:12
- 15 Vivir lo nuestro 6:06
