Desahogo is the seventh studio album released by Puerto Rican singer Vico C. It was released by EMI Latin on March 1, 2005 and is the follow-up of En Honor a la Verdad(2003).[1][2] The album blends and fusion rap with traditional tropical music such as reggae, Cuban guaijra, vallenato and salsa along with R&B and reggaeton with raging lyrics from protest about political corruption, consumerism and social criticism to love, regrets, and romance[3][4] According the artist, it is his most complete album. It features guest appearances by Eddie Dee, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Cultura Profetica, Mala Rodriguez, Ivy Queen and D`Mingo. Initially the album was set to be released on February 15, 2005. However, it was delayed due some recorded material were lost and later recovered.[5]
Deshago was praised by the critics.[6][7] While some praised the musical fusions others enjoyed the maturity and the structure on the lyrics.[8] It receive two nominations including Best Urban Album at 6th Annual Latin Grammys and for Best Latin Rock/Alternative Album at the 47th Annual Grammy Awards.[9][10] It was also nominated for Urban Album of the Year at Premios Lo Nuestro 2006 and Latin Rap/Hip-Hop Album of the Year at Billboard Latin Music Awards 2006.[11][12] It was supported by the release of four singles: "Se Escaman", "Lo Grande Que Es Perdonar", "Compañera" and the title track.
