The Best of Celia Cruz

Track Listings
 
1. Bemba Colora
2. Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In
3. Esperare
4. Afecto y Cariño
5. Tremendo Guaguanco
6. Santa Bárbara
7. Cuyi
8. Bravo
9. Sugar Sugar
10. Condor Pasa

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The Best of Celia Cruz

The Best of Celia Cruz
100% Azucar!: The Best of Celia Cruz con la Sonora Matancera
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Unforgettable
  • Awsome CD, but...
  • Celia Cruz was THE QUEEN
  • A bit nostalgia!!!
  • 100% AZUCAR . The Best.
 100% Azucar!: The Best of Celia Cruz con la Sonora Matancera
Celia Cruz & la Sonora Matancera
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ASIN: B000003426
Release Date: 1997-09-16

Tracks:

  1. Ritmo, Tambo Y Flores
  2. Elegua Quiere Tambo
  3. Tu Voz
  4. Burundanga
  5. Melao De Cana
  6. Juancito Trucupey
  7. Saoco
  8. Mi Soncito
  9. No Encuentro Palabras
  10. Me Voy A Pinar Del Rio
  11. Chango Ta' Veni
  12. La Cumbanchera De Belen
  13. Ritmo De Mi Cuba
  14. Caramelos
  15. El Que Siembra Su Maiz
  16. Mango Mangue
  17. Suavecito
  18. Oye Mi Rumba
  19. Retozon

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Queen of salsa Celia Cruz was royalty long before the music was even called that. 100% Azucar collects 19 tracks from her '50s and '60s output on the Seeco label. Smoking even at medium tempos, the disc is full of the hot mambo rhythms of the Sonora Matancera band and the full-throttle vocals of "la incomparable Celia." Included are both sides of one of her first singles, "Ritmo, Tambo y Flores"/"Elegua Quiere Tambo," along with other unstoppable body-rockers such as "Oye Mi Rumba" and "Mi Soncito." Informed, fascinating liner notes and reproductions of beautiful vintage album covers complete this prime package. --Rickey Wright

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Unforgettable.......2006-02-17

This is one of the CD that really moves people who loved Celia. Her voice is so young and strong, amazing interpretation.

5 out of 5 stars Awsome CD, but..........2005-02-22

... there are a lot of common tracks with the CD Celia Cruz (Cuban Legend). Otherwise, a Must Buy.

5 out of 5 stars Celia Cruz was THE QUEEN.......2004-10-12

In this colection you have the opportunity to hear Celia Cruz as a young vocalist and you will instantly understand why she is considered such a legend. Due to the age of some of the recordings the sound quality is not the best but SHE is so good it doesn't matter.

5 out of 5 stars A bit nostalgia!!!.......2003-08-30

This album is great. It shows Celia's voice young and crisp. I loved her energy and kindness towards others. We will miss Celia.

This album takes you back in time. It shows why Cuban music is so awesome and why it is loved worldwide.

5 out of 5 stars 100% AZUCAR . The Best........2003-08-01

Celia Cruz's music does not disappoint. We will dance with you forever, Celia. Thank you for the music.
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    Best Album
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    ASIN: B000BKJ050
    The Best
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      		The Best
      Celia Cruz , and Johnny Pacheco
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      ASIN: B0002B9RG0
      Release Date: 2003-10-28
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        Celia Cruz
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        ASIN: B00020QYXU
        Release Date: 2004-05-24

        Tracks:

        1. Bamboleo
        2. Quimbara
        3. Bambarakatunga
        4. Cucala
        5. Usted Abuso
        6. Ritmo Tambor Y Flores
        7. Sonaremos El Tambo
        8. Vieja Luna
        9. Isadora
        10. Chisme
        11. Respetalo
        12. Toro Mata
        13. Se Que Tu
        14. No Me Cambie El Camino
        15. Celoso
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        17. Historia De Una Rumba
        18. Berimbau
        19. Vendedores
        20. Reina Rumba
        21. En Que Quedamos
        22. Come Down To Miami
        23. Ache Para Todos
        24. A Papa
        25. Fina Estampa
        26. Soy Antillana
        27. Vara Y La Moneda
        28. Bemba Colora
        29. Vida
        30. Nadie Se Salva De La Rumba
        31. Guarachera

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        The Tracks Featured Here Display a Wide Variety of Colors and Flavors and Range from the Brazilian Sound of "Berimbau" to the "Gypsy King" Flamenco Favorite "Bamboleo".
        The Best of Celia Cruz
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          ASIN: B00000DY8K
          Release Date: 1994-04-22

          Tracks:

          1. Bemba Colora
          2. Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In
          3. Esperare
          4. Afecto y Cari
          5. Tremendo Guaguanco
          6. Santa Bara
          7. Cuyi
          8. Bravo
          9. Sugar Sugar
          10. Condor Pasa
          The Very Best of: The Gold Collection
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            Release Date: 2004-07-26

            Tracks:

            1. Tito Mambo
            2. Baile Mi Mambo
            3. Mambo Con Puente
            4. Caravan Mambo
            5. Drinking Mambo
            6. Mambo Diablo
            7. Willie & Ray Mamabo
            8. Vibe Mambo
            9. Nuevo Mambo
            10. Mambo Suavecito
            11. Cha-Cha Mambo
            12. Rey del Timbal
            13. Mamborama
            14. Mambo with Me
            15. Tee Pee Mambo
            16. Mambo Tipico
            17. Mambo Rumbon
            18. Mambolino
            19. Mambo Gallego
            20. Que Lindo el Mambo
            21. Melao de Ca
            22. Cacao Mani Picao
            23. No Se lo Que Me Pasa
            24. Mambo del Amor
            25. Tamborilero
            26. Ruego a Chango
            27. Cangrejo y La Langosta
            28. En Opuestas Regiones
            29. Mazucamba
            30. Tunare
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            32. Quedate Negra
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            34. Cosas Mexicanas
            35. Bravo
            36. Cabildo de La Merce
            37. Whispering
            38. Burundanga
            39. Rosa Roja
            40. Bayamesa

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            Tito Puente was 'king of Mambo' and Celia Cruz the 'queen of Salsa'. Here Are 20 Tracks by Each for a Perfect Summer Party.
            The Best
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            • The Queen of Salsa
            		 The Best
            Celia Cruz
            Manufacturer: Sony International
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            ASIN: B000002FNG
            Release Date: 1991-06-14

            Tracks:

            1. Quimbara
            2. Lo Tuyo Es Mental
            3. Canto a la Habana
            4. C
            5. Sopa en Botella
            6. Yerbero Moderno
            7. Usted Abuso
            8. Burundanga
            9. Pun Pun Catalu
            10. Yo Soy la Voz
            11. Guaba
            12. Dicha Mia
            13. Isadora
            14. Bemba Colora
            15. Latinos en Estados Unidos

            Customer Reviews:

            5 out of 5 stars The Queen of Salsa.......2003-11-21

            With the recent passing of La Reina de Salsa (The Queen of Salsa), Celia Cruz, I broke out many of her discs in my collection and found this "The Best" to be very represenative of the qualities that gave her such a titile. On this disc there are a variety of songs from different periods but most seem to have a more modern sound, as opposed to some older discs from, say, her days with Sonora Santanamera or her recordings with the legendary Beny More. Her Cuban roots are proudly displayed on "Canto A La Habana" as she exclaims early on "Ay Mi Habana, que Linda!"(Oh my Havana, how lovely!) before ripping into a caliente(hot) nationalistic tribute declaring the beauty of her Cuba. On another track entitled "La Sopa en Botella" it is vintage Celia Cruz singing amidst some of best Latin rhythms you will ever hear. The piano solo is amazing. One of thesongs that is associated with her is featured here entitled "Yerbero Moderno" in which she hails the wonders of herbal medicine. There is some fine musicanship accompanying Celia Cruz throughout , undoubtedly this "The Best" has many different personnel so unfortunately it is a guessing game as to who they are because there are no credits with this package. There are terrific Latin jazz solos and beautiful chorus backgrounds but absolutely no credits given. "Pun Pun Catalu" is an uptempo number bordering on a merengue beat that sizzles and you can just imagine the chorus dancers moving about . There are a few songs that sound old like "Yo Soy La Voz" in which she self-proclaims herself as the voice of tropical music and free as the wind that blows the palms. Who would argue with her? "La Dicha Mia" is an autobiographial song n which she explains her day and how she daily gives thanks for her life. She goes on to say that her life has been blessed , singing about her new life early on in New York and playing with Tio Puente and meeting her husband. She was blessed and as a result shared her blessings with all through her joy for music. The disc closes out with a celebratory song entitled "Latinos en Estados Unidos" which is song singing about how grateful Latinos are for being in a country with so much freedom and liberty but how we should maintin our heritage, including language and be united. It is a great ending to a wonderful collection of songs by La Riena de Salsa(The Queen odf Salsa) that belongs in any collection of salsa or Latino music. The cover features her beautiful tooth gaped smile, dark skin and glistening multi-layered jewelry that completly covers her neck and hangs nearly to her cleavage with a beautiful frosted wig; she was a lovely talented woman who will be sorely missed. Recommended for salseros worldwide.
            The Best, Vol. 2
            Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
            • Excellent Collection of Classics
            		 The Best, Vol. 2
            Celia Cruz
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            Tracks:

            1. Cao Cao Mani Picao
            2. Mi Caso
            3. Vieja Luna
            4. Papa
            5. Besito de Coco
            6. Se Que Tu
            7. Feliz Encuentro
            8. Celia y la Matancera
            9. Tatalibaba
            10. Cuando Sali de Cuba
            11. Pachito E'ch
            12. Divorciadas
            13. Oriza Eh
            14. Toro Mata
            15. Me Voy Contigo

            Customer Reviews:

            5 out of 5 stars Excellent Collection of Classics.......2006-09-10

            Part two of an excellent collection of her Fania classics. Songs as listed above.
            The Best
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              Celia Cruz , and Willie Colon
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              ASIN: B0000V46N6
              Release Date: 2003-11-25

              Tracks:

              1. Usted Abuso
              2. Kirimbambara
              3. Pun Pun Catalu
              4. Papa
              5. Ache Para Todos
              6. Cucurrucucu Paloma
              7. Dos Jueyes
              8. Se Tambalea
              9. Apaga la Luz
              10. Latinos en Estados Unidos
              11. Son Matamoros
              12. Mi Caso
              13. Burundanga
              14. Bembe Pa' Yemaya
              15. Bembe Pa' Yemaya [Remix][*]
              The Best
              Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
              • Celia Cruz is the Queen!!
              • Great album by Celia Cruz
              		 The Best
              Celia Cruz
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              ASIN: B00004TW9A
              Release Date: 1995-01-01

              Tracks:

              1. Quimbara
              2. Lo Tuyo Es Mental
              3. Canto a la Habana
              4. C
              5. Sopa en Botella
              6. Yerbero Moderno
              7. Usted Abuso
              8. Burundanga
              9. Pun Pun Catalu
              10. Yo Soy la Voz
              11. Guaba
              12. Dicha Mia
              13. Isadora
              14. Bemba Colora
              15. Latinos en Estados Unidos

              Customer Reviews:

              5 out of 5 stars Celia Cruz is the Queen!!.......2007-04-13

              I've liked Celia from the very first time that i heard her. I didnt even speak Spanish but loved her voice. If you love salsa music, the way it was meant to be played, then you'll love this CD.

              5 out of 5 stars Great album by Celia Cruz.......2000-10-10

              I have listened to this album hundreds of times and I never get tired of it because he has great songs and the guest artists on this album include Tito Puente and Johnny Pacheco which alone make this album a joy to listen to. So if you like Celia or latin music you got to have this in your collection.

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