Most of America first learned of
Selena
because of her tragic murder; accordingly, the posthumous
Dreaming of You
was the first record they ever heard. While it isn't her best --
Amor Prohibido
is a more consistent release -- it was an effective introduction, and showed why she was so beloved among
Tejano
fans. The English tracks on the album are no different than her Spanish songs.
was essentially a singer much like her idol
Madonna
. She was able to sing
ballads
and
dance
-
pop
convincingly.
would have been a stronger album if she had lived, but it still stands as a powerful -- and touching -- testament to her talents. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine