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Generally favorable reviews- based on 360 Ratings
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Positive: 221 out of 360
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Mixed: 55 out of 360
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Negative: 84 out of 360
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DarrenRAug 26, 2008
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johnmJun 17, 2005her best work until now. every song helps you in a specific period of time in your life cause every song has its own rithm and its lirics, even if you don`t understand them, give a new point of view of life. wonderful work. the waiting for listening a new shakira`s spanish album was worth it.
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SergeySJun 27, 2005
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DavidBJun 17, 2005GREATTTTT
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sedwardsJul 21, 2005In a world where most artists are media-created,shakira proves that talent exists.Very often,follow-up albums sound similar.Am happy to see that each song is individual and original,just like shakira.....
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basiliorNov 1, 2005it was not groundbreaking, but every song was distinctly different and well-crafted, while letting the album be just of beauty. yes, definitely a beautiful ablbum
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PaulVJun 16, 2005This is definetly Shakira's best album to date. The diversity is overwhelming and her striking, powerfull voice sounds better than ever. From the 60s bossa nova in Obtener un si to theSpanish punk in Escondite Ingles and from the South American accordeon in LA Tortura to the 80s pop beat in LAs de la intuicion. This album is just brilliant! To me the best any artist has ever made!
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DavidC.Jun 16, 2005
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RandyBJun 26, 2005
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NickM.Jun 3, 2007I don't speak much spanish, so i really have no clue what the lyrics mean, but Shakira's voice is so amazing that it doesn't really matter, i can still feel the emotion thats in every lyric without knowing what they mean......the songs also have a very catchy and exciting beat, its awesome.
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brianc.Aug 15, 2005she's beautiful and have a beatiful voice too.
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AndrewRFeb 15, 2006Absolutely stunning. I don't speak Spanish, but this connected with me hard; I can only imagine how much more it would impact me if I knew the language.
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carolinebJun 17, 2005is one of the best spanish record in some many times , i love her music
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JohnUJun 24, 2005wow, nice work, great songs!!!
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HéctorROct 28, 2005an excellent album
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EduardoQJun 25, 2005I love this Cd.
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CarlosJun 26, 2005Sensational!
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JoseCJun 16, 2005Amazing, complete album. Shakira shows her talent as a producer, musician, writer, singer, dancer...anything. This girl is for sure multi-talented, what a gift, huh? so young ans so talented. *claps* deserves 10 even more if I could.
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andresaJun 17, 2005It is an amazin album, im waiting for oral fixation vol. 2
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ArelisMJun 17, 2005I love this CD the songs are beautiful and her voice is just incredible, I think is her best musical work.
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RamonGJun 17, 2005This album in one off the best albums of Shakiras career. i really love it.
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richardrJun 17, 2005real poetry, excelent music, dance like no other, and beauty. cant'n ask for more!!!
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jhonpJun 18, 2005she shows versatility and the power of her voice in every song. I'd never bought a spanish cd up until now.
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JESSICABJun 18, 2005lovely
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RimasMJun 19, 2005It's a wonderful album!!! Go girl!!!
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elsyaJun 19, 2005shakira is great, as her name full of grace.
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JorgeSJun 19, 2005She's pretty, her music is nice and this C.D is diferent and special, this is good.
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SergioGJul 2, 2005Another great one by Shakira!
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mikerJul 21, 2005F.O.1. shows the evolution Shakira made in past four years. Always including the traditional rhythems of Colombia (andinan music), Argentina (tango), Brazil (Bosa Nova) etc. Obtener Un Si in my opinion, is the best balad since (Pies Descalzos) Antologia.
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KariR.Jul 29, 2005this is by far the best CD she has done in her career. My favorite song is "Tus Pupilas," so roomantic and of course I can't forget "No," beautiful video, I almost cried. ahh! Recommend this CD for sure!!!
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ryevJul 4, 2005super
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ChinaJoeAug 17, 2005This has to be one of the finest pop album out at the moment, and given |Shakira's talent with her lyrics and melody which compensates the rather craggy voice, this album is aweome.. |Espero que sus fans latinos van a seguir apoyando esta cantate talentosa..
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DavidRAug 5, 2005I absolutely LOVE Shakira!!!!!
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AlejandroSSep 28, 2005ShaKiRa RocKs
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Divante'MOct 18, 2005Trully a masterpiece! The Best Latin/Spanish Album of our time. Shakira displays both growth and maturity in her songwriting and vocals. Definitely the Album of the year!
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freddyruizDec 5, 2005maravilloso album uno de los mejores sin lugar a duda
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EdJDec 6, 2005Until you can understand Spanish, you can't really understand how good this album is. Joining up with Gustavo Cerati is pure brilliance.
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LaurencePJun 16, 2005Right. "escondite Ingles" and "la tortura" are two genius masterpieces!
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arJun 16, 2005A great album.
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HenryCJun 16, 2005This album makes spanish pop/rock into the mainstream. One of Shakira's best efforts
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nicolehJun 17, 2005great album, one of her best...she has broken all language barriers by the emotion of her voice and power of her music
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SantiagoSJun 17, 2005Me parece que es el mejor disco de Shakira, super producido, y un sonido retro de diferentes décadas muy bien logrado! La voz de Shakira en este disco es simplemente increíble.
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DANIELRJun 17, 2005wow, what can i say about this work. shakira is great as a singer as a producer, this is an excellent work. la pared, en tus pupilas, obtener un si, un dia especial. are songs that comes to our ears get inside our head and stay forever in our heart. great job, and congratulations to shakira. thank you metacritic.com, for give us this oportunity.
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JoseManuelQJun 17, 2005its fabolus!i the best spanish record in some many times , i love her
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NoahEJun 17, 2005
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JohanaJJun 17, 2005The best album ever, you have to hear each and distinct song to be delighted of this Art Work.
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YussedGJun 17, 2005amazing, wonderfulll, the best album. and i don not spanish, but i know of music
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MatthewRJun 17, 2005This is truly a great album. Every track has something unique and special to offer. I would recommend this CD to anyone.
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CarlosAJun 18, 2005Great work, much more metter than Laundry Service.
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DannyGJun 18, 2005A superb feast of latin pop gems
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KAVIRSJun 18, 2005
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ercaaJun 19, 2005best
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CarlosOJun 21, 2005Amazing.....no comments....just listen!
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DAVIDPAULSJun 23, 2005this album is GREAT Shakira had mature
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RinaldoVJun 25, 2005excelente
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JOSIEBJun 30, 2005She is simply the best artist around.. she is true to herself and fortunately appealing to her fans.
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MikeNJul 15, 2005Shakira is the best and my favourite singer. That cd is proves why
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SodiJul 21, 2005Shakira is the best female voice i love you Shakira Oral Fijaxion is the best .
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EstebanRJul 22, 2005Este disco es el mejor de shaki, pues demuestra todo lo que ha aprendido como productora cantante y compositora. La felicito y mas que nada por que en este disco no se deja influenciar por otros y canta y saca discos como ella lo cree conveniente. Sus letras son profundas y sigue con un buen cuerpazo.
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TroyRAug 11, 2005Amazing vocals. Shakira is a top echelon artist. "NO" , "Obtener un si" and "Dia de Enero" are among her absolute best works. I am amazed at the depth of her talent and passion. I addicted to this CD.
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DiegoSAug 22, 2005Shakira is just the best...every single is a hit...so step off u fuckers and dont hate her just cuz she is the best... :)
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AbeSAug 26, 2005I love this CD! I can't wait untill her next one comes out. I will for sure buy it.
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joeaSep 24, 2005awesome...
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gyNov 25, 2005amazing album, i already have her latest oral fixation vol.2, even better, shakira as we all like her is back
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TirsoBOct 28, 2005La letra y música de este CD es como traída por los Dioses!
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SammiWJun 16, 2005This is the best album of 2005 so far. Shakira has blended diverse sounds together with her trademark poetic lyrics to make some truly beautiful songs - my favorite songs include: La Pared, No and La Tortura.
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MarikaSJun 16, 2005Danceable, melodic and super-styled... Shakira hasnt lost anything!
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MareelaOJun 16, 2005WOW!!! omg i thought this was going to be a bland album but its really cool compared to laundry service i love it
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GloryaOJun 16, 2005"Dia Especial" is the only weak track. Go Shakira! Everything here is marvellously classy and unusually mature!
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danielsJun 16, 2005I've never bought such an emotive, beautiful and energic album. the diva's gettin' powerful!
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CecileMJun 16, 2005Sweetest latin pop-rock album to my ears. Ooooh, so sexy and danceable... and emotive at the same time!
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HeatherNJun 17, 2005An excellent guilty pleasure. Shakira's best to date.
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joserJun 17, 2005it's very good
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augustoaJun 18, 2005only one word. PERFECT. SHAKIRA IS THE BEST.
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KevinLJun 18, 2005It's well produced. She surprises us in a few tracks with new tunes. It is indeed her best to date. One would fine different genre of songs all in her album. Rock, sultry, pop, latin, etc. This is definitely a top album of 2005. Look out for Oral Fixation 2 too.
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RonTJun 19, 2005
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JoseAJun 22, 2005pure art, thats all im saying. Go buy it...One of the best albums ever.
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CatherineCJun 22, 2005Wonderful album, which doesn't surprise she me at all, she always do QUALITY music instead of quanity like some other artist. Shakira is one of the best producers, writters ever! and of course one of the best singers! she can play with her voice in a way ....can't explain! just listen to the album.
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GregJun 22, 2005Amazing album
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carlosbJun 23, 2005greatttttttttttttttttttt
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octaviorJul 21, 2005this record its the best album she made rally cool!!
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LaaanAug 13, 2005Amazing album. A couple of the tracks are not too much to my liking, but I still listen to them any way. This is a great CD...powerful vocals and great lyrics..nice beats..overall a nice CD to listen to anytime. LOPe
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AmberMFeb 24, 2006
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luisgMay 24, 2006
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Dec 14, 2010In much senses, better than Pies Descalzos but not better than ¿Dónde están los ladrones?. The duet with Alejandro Sanz is the highlight of the album. "No" is a very beautiful song, because i'm very MACHO and that song almost make me cry.
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Jun 30, 2011One of the best albuns that I've ever heard. Shakira has made this great album for us, and in my opinion, this is her best album... Complete, beeeeeautiful songs, lyrics, it's a complete album. Thank you Shakira.
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May 27, 2017
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Jun 6, 2018wonderful skills at writing. Every song has a special meaning and is connected to the last one.
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Jan 8, 2021This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
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May 28, 2017Junto a Dónde están los ladrones, es su mejor álbum en español. Continúa la línea de letras inspiradoras, con ritmos variados y con grandes colaboraciones. Aunque todas las canciones me gustan mucho, para mí destacan Día de Enero, No y La Tortura.
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Jan 10, 2020Sin duda alguna este álbum podría considerarse como una obra maestra en español, los sonidos, las líricas variadas le dan ese toque único, definitivamente el descanso de 4 años de Shakira valieron para dar un excelente álbum.
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May 28, 2020This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
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Nov 2, 2019A masterpiece! An incredible album, as expected from Shakira! Amazing lyrics and musicality!
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Jul 3, 2020Su mejor álbum desde Dónde están Los Ladrones? Es una joya de la música en español
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Jul 18, 2020Great Album. We love to hear music from someone who inspires so much and represents Latin America to the world like no other artist.
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Mar 20, 2021THE LATIN ALBUM OF THE MILLENIUM!! She did such good lyrics and explore so many rithyms its crazy, so good!
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Nov 11, 2021Shakira muestra su alma en las poesías mas hermosas jamás escritas, cada tema es una invitación al interior de su corazón. Cada tema esta perfectamente escrito y producido, dejando una atmosfera relajada y hermosa.
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Nov 22, 2021I love it, a classic!
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Nov 24, 2021Shakira does an awesome job here, great lyrics and her voice is amazing as always
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Nov 25, 2021A wonderful album by Shakira, an ultimate classic and one of the best latin albums ever
Awards & Rankings
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Given the strength of this album, it's hard to wait for the second part to arrive.
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Shakira's bleating, biting voice is in fine form, and it gives the material an electric urgency.
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Shakira, of course, is unmistakable. But the coup is that each track is absolutely distinctive, even on several songs with no clear-cut choruses or hooks.