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reception, being regarded as "excellent interpretations". After twelve years without publishing an entirely original proposal, Monroig announced the release of a new production in
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in 2007. The production was intended as an homage, and is composed of twenty-seven songs originally sung by
Gilberto Monroig, released in a two disk set. The album includes Monroig's commentary on several matters including his relationship with his father and parts of his life. The music was composed
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223:Me Dijeron
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