It was Cruz's first major release as a solo artist in the United States without the Sonora Matancera.

[3] The album has been recognized as one of the great works of Latin music.

[4] It was also included in NPR's 2018 listing of the "150 Greatest Albums Made By Women".

[3] In his review for AllMusic, John Bush wrote: "The record, produced by Al Santiago and featuring perhaps the best salsa band ever formed (the Alegre All Stars), positively sizzles with heat and energy.

"[1] A1 Bemba Colorá (3:30) A2 Son Con Guaguancó (2:45) A3 Es La Humanidad (2:23) A4 Lo Mismo Si Que No (2:55) A5 Oye Mi Consejo (2:45) A6 Se Me Perdió La Cartera (2:30) B1 Tremendo Guaguancó (3:11) B2 Permíteme (2:32) B3 No Hay Manteca (2:28) B4 El Cohete (2:41) B5 La Adivinanza (2:49) B6 Amarra La Yegua (3:15) Arrangements – Bobby Valentin, Charlie Palmieri, Louie Ramirez, Tito Puente Producer – Al Santiago