Tabú

At the time of composing Tabú, Gustavo Cerati was at a turning point in his career. This song is part of Bocanada, his second solo album, released in 1999. It was his first album after the end of Soda Stereo, a band that had marked an era. The path to Bocanada was not direct; Cerati had already explored his solo facet with Amor amarillo in 1993, a period in which Soda Stereo was going through internal tensions that eventually led to its dissolution, following the release of Sueño Stereo in 1995.

Despite Bocanada being his second solo album, Cerati often referred to it as his "first solo album," reflecting the profound reinvention it entailed. The album's production is distinguished by a strong inclination toward electronic music, a sound that defined much of his output during this stage. The duration of Tabú is 4 minutes and 48 seconds.

The reception of Bocanada, and thus of Tabú, was very positive among critics. The album's legacy was highlighted, with analyses such as that of David Cortés Arce, who described it as a work of great importance in the musical trajectory. The BMG Ariola record label was responsible for its release on June 28, 1999. This album represents the consolidation of Cerati's artistic vision in his post-Soda Stereo phase, exploring new sonic textures and solidifying his individual musical identity.