Music is one of art forms more powerful, capable of transmitting emotions and telling stories that transcend generations. In this universe, some artists manage to become legends, merging poetry and melody in immortal creations. One of them is Luis Alberto Spinetta, whose work continues to captivate millions of listeners thirteen years after their departure.
Spinetta not only marked a before and after in the history of rock in Spanish, but left an unmatched legacy with its deep lyrics and its unmistakable musical style. Next, we review the stories behind some of their most emblematic songs, those that continue to resonate in the hearts of their followers.
Stories of Spinetta’s most listened songs
Keep living without your love
Released in 1991 inside the album Peluson of a thousandkthis romantic ballad is inspired by the musician’s relationship with his wife Patricia Salazar. Spinetta described this song as an ode to love and the ups and downs of relationships, expressly expressing the desire to recover a special link.
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They go down
One of the most iconic album hymns Artaud (1973), released under the name of Rabid fish. They go down It is a reflection on the passage of time and the transience of youth, with a melody that was reversed by Gustavo Cerati, who took her to new generations and interpreted it next to the skinny in the historic recital Spinetta and eternal bands in 2009.
Luis Alberto Spinetta died at age 62.
Luis Alberto Spinetta died at age 62.
Papel eyes
A national rock anthem, Papel eyes It is one of the most remembered songs of Almond. Dedicated to Cristina Bustamanteits first great love, this piece captures the tenderness and melancholy of youth love. Its origin was influenced by Wooden butterflies De Miguel Abuelo, a detail that Spinetta recognized with humor in his recitals.
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Cemetery Club
This blues with dark dyes, included in Artaud (1973), It presents one of the most memorable guitar interpretations of Flaco. Spinetta said that, years after composing it, he found a fragment of his letter written in a police cell, which gave an even deeper meaning to his message of loneliness and confinement.
Luis Alberto Spinetta
Luis Alberto Spinetta
All leaves are of the wind
The opening of the mythical Artaud She is inspired by a personal episode of Spinetta, when an old couple entrusted her with a difficult decision about her future. In this song, El Flaco embodied a message of reflection and protection, inviting to value life with sensitivity and empathy.
Luis Alberto Spinetta
Luis Alberto Spinetta
Checks
Part of the album Spinetta and desert partners (1997), this song was a reflection of the artist’s critical spirit towards society. With a powerful rhythm and a sharp letter, Checks It became one of the most striking pieces of the album, capturing the essence of the respondent rock of the time.
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Mud maybe
Composed when Spinetta had alone 15 yearsthis song with airs of Zamba was included in Kamikaze (1982). His verses express a declaration of principles about their relationship with music and art, consolidating as a manifesto of his career.
Luis Alberto Spinetta acknowledged cancer a week ago, but yesterday’s operation had another reason.
Luis Alberto Spinetta acknowledged cancer a week ago, but yesterday’s operation had another reason.
To these sad men
One of Almendra’s most introspective themes, published in 1969. The artist explained that the song evokes the nostalgia of Sundays of his childhood, mixing the melancholy of loneliness with the warmth of family moments.
In the eye of the arts of Pinamar, Luis Alberto Spinetta presents with a repertoire of songs from his last two albums and classics.
In the eye of the arts of Pinamar, Luis Alberto Spinetta presents with a repertoire of songs from his last two albums and classics.
THE SPEED OF THE WORLD
Belonging to the legendary Artaudthis song represents an answer to the rumors and comments that circulated about the personal life of the skinny. With a challenging spirit, the letter affirms the independence of thought and the authenticity of the artist in the face of external criticisms.
In one of its rare contacts with the press, Luis Alberto Spinetta referred to his recital on December 4.
In one of its rare contacts with the press, Luis Alberto Spinetta referred to his recital on December 4.
I pray for you
An unforgettable collaboration with Charly Garcia, Composed for a joint album that never saw the light. This piece was immortalized in I deprived (1986) of Spinetta and Part of religion (1987) by Garcia. Her spiritual message and emotional intensity made her an Argentine rock classic.
Luis Alberto Spinetta recreated classic songs and included uncommon songs in his repertoire in the “Medium and Medium Festival” in the East.
Luis Alberto Spinetta recreated classic songs and included uncommon songs in his repertoire in the “Medium and Medium Festival” in the East.
Throughout his career, Spinetta gave us songs that not only marked an era, but continue to inspire new generations.
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