Primera vez

The album Animal Nocturno, released by Ricardo Arjona on February 9, 1993, presents a lyrical and sonic facet that stands out from his later work. According to critics, the lyrics on this record exude a rebelliousness and bohemian spirit that evolved over time. The fame and accolades that followed Animal Nocturno marked a turning point in the artist's career, as he moved toward greater sophistication in both his compositions and musical approach, gradually distancing himself from the "common man" perspective that permeates many of these songs. For those exploring his deeper catalog, this album is fascinating.

Ricardo Arjona Morales, born in Jocotenango, Guatemala, in 1964, is a singer-songwriter whose career spans genres ranging from ballads to Latin pop, rock, and more recent fusions. His work often addresses social and love themes, touching on issues such as racism, immigration in songs like Mojado and Puente, or religion. By 2011, Arjona had released thirteen studio albums, in addition to live productions and compilations. Four of his albums reached the top of the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart in the United States, and ten topped the charts in Argentina. Additionally, four of his recordings entered the Billboard 200. In terms of singles, four of them led the Billboard Top Latin Songs chart.