Album: Como ama una mujer

Introduction
"Como Ama una Mujer" (How a Woman Loves) is the 5th studio album by American singer and starlet Jennifer Lopez. It was released on March 23, 2007, by Epic Records. This album marks a significant milestone in Lopez's career, as it is her first Spanish language album. With the lyrics all written in Spanish, "Como Ama una Mujer" is a heartfelt release that showcases Lopez's roots and pays tribute to her heritage.

Background
The idea for a Spanish language album can be traced back to 2004 when Jennifer Lopez wished to reconnect with her Puerto Rican heritage and explore her Latin roots. She had formerly launched Latin-inspired songs such as "No Me Ames", a duet with Marc Anthony, and "Qué Hiciste", which came out in January 2007, prior to the album's release.

"Como Ama una Mujer" was mostly produced by Colombian manufacturer Julio Reyes Copello and Peruvian artist Estéfano, who had actually teamed up with lots of Latin music stars such as Marc Anthony, Thalia, and Paulina Rubio. Regrettably, Estéfano was shot in 2007 and could not end up the album, leaving producer Marc Anthony, Jennifer's spouse at the time, to step in and finish the job.

Music and Lyrics
The album includes 11 tracks that blend numerous musical styles such as pop, ballads, R&B, and a touch of Latin flair. It showcases a more vulnerable and psychological side of Jennifer, as the lyrics speak about love and heartbreak. This instructions is different from her previous albums which tended to focus more on her pop and dance persona.

The album opens with the track "Qué Hiciste", which is an upbeat, guitar-driven tune about a stopped working relationship and the hurt brought on by betrayal. The album's title track, "Como Ama una Mujer", is a fascinating and psychological ballad that highlights Lopez's vocals and expresses the strength of love a female can feel for her partner.

Other significant tunes on the album include "Me Haces Falta", a genuine, slow-tempo tune that talks about missing out on a lost love, and "Porque Te Marchas", an R&B-influenced track with a memorable chorus. "Sola", another ballad in the album, sticks out for its poignant lyrics and emotive performance by Lopez.

Reception and Commercial Performance
"Como Ama una Mujer" got mixed evaluations from music critics. Some praised Lopez's psychological and vulnerable performance, while others slammed the album's production and absence of standout tracks.

Commercially, the album debuted at number 10 on the United States Billboard 200 chart and the top area on the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart. It turned into one of the greatest debuts for a Spanish language album by a non-Latin artist and sold 48,000 copies in its first week. The album was certified Gold in the US and has actually offered over 800,000 copies worldwide.

The lead single, "Qué Hiciste", ended up being a struck on Latin music charts, peaking at top on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart, and likewise reached the top 10 in numerous European countries.

Tradition
Even though "Como Ama una Mujer" may not be thought about Jennifer Lopez's the majority of commercially successful album, it remains a pivotal release in her career. The album allowed Lopez to take advantage of her Latin roots and display her psychological and raw side, all while enhancing the bond with her Spanish-speaking fans. Additionally, the album contributed to the growing trend of non-Latin artists welcoming Latin categories and designs in their music, bridging the gap between various cultures and musical customs.