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Latinoamérica
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Who it's for
Calle 13 paints a sweeping portrait of Latin America's history, struggles and people, with guest voices from Susana Baca, Totó la Momposina and Maria Rita.
Disconnected→Proud and rooted
Feelings it meets
What it is
"Latinoamérica" is a song by the Puerto Rican band Calle 13 from their 2010 album Entren Los Que Quieran, featuring Susana Baca (Peru), Totó la Momposina (Colombia) and Maria Rita (Brazil). Built mainly on the Argentine chacarera rhythm, it explores the history, society and politics of Latin America, criticising Western force and influence in the region and celebrating the shared strength of its peoples.
Where to find it
All major streaming services.
Before you start
Heads up: References to political violence.
Age: All ages
Between me and the other world there is ever an unasked question:W. E. B. Du Bois, The Souls of Black Folk
