Esperanzas (English: Hopes) is the second studio album by Mexican pop singer Yuri. It was released on June 28, 1980, through Discos Gamma and Profono Internacional when the singer was sixteen years old.
The production marked a significant milestone in Yuri's career, launching her into commercial stardom across Latin America. The album features a mix of original Latin pop ballads and Spanish-language adaptations of international hits, including Charlie Smalls' "Ease on Down the Road" from the musical The Wiz. Concurrently with the album's promotion, Yuri's rising public profile led to her acting debut in major Mexican telenovelas of the era, such as Colorina.
Track listing Data gathered from the original vinyl sleeve credits:
Singles Esperanzas/Bailad (The Clapping Song) Primer Amor Regresarás Goma de mascar
Sales Gold - Mexico 150,000 copies Gold - Venezuela 150,000 copies (first gold album outside Mexico)
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