Rosalía Sings in 13 Languages on New Album ‘LUX’: A Bold Linguistic Journey

Rosalía’s new album ‘LUX’ showcases her singing in 13 different languages, pushing creative boundaries and embracing global sounds.

Rosalía’s Multilingual Mastery Unveiled

If you thought Rosalía was already a musical chameleon, get ready to be dazzled. The Spanish singer-songwriter has taken her artistry to dazzling new heights on her upcoming album, LUX, by singing in 13 different languages. Yes, thirteen! This isn't just a clever gimmick; it’s the result of two intense years of learning, experimenting, and truly understanding how different languages work in song. The album isn’t only in Spanish, her native tongue, but also features Catalan, English, Latin, Sicilian, Ukrainian, Arabic, German, and more.

From ‘Motomami’ to ‘LUX’: A New Era

Fans eagerly anticipated a sound shift after Rosalía herself teased that LUX wouldn’t resemble her 2022 album Motomami. In an interview, she highlighted the frantic pace of today’s music world and how creativity must stem from genuine passion: “The rhythm [of the music industry] is so fast. And the sacrifice, the price to pay, is so high. The driving force that leads you to continue making music, to continue creating, has to come from a place of purity.”

Launching LUX on November 7 via Columbia Records, Rosalía is embracing a fresh chapter—one that’s as much about cultural exploration as it is about musical innovation.

Decoding the Linguistic Puzzle of ‘LUX’

What does it take to sing convincingly in 13 languages? According to Rosalía, it’s a blend of intuition, curiosity, and rigorous research. She shared with the New York Times how she would use Google Translate as a starting point and then consult professional translators for advice like, “If I rhyme this with this, does this make sense?” Beyond that, phonetic coaches helped her nail the pronunciation, ensuring authenticity in each line.

Her motivation is deeply human: a love for travel, a desire to learn from others, and the drive to expand her identity as a singer and artist. As she puts it, “Why would I not try to learn another language and try to sing in another language and expand the way I can be a singer or a musician or an artist? The world is so connected.”

A Stunning Collaboration: ‘Berghain’ Featuring Björk and Yves Tumor

One of the standout tracks on LUX is the lead single Berghain, a collaboration with Icelandic legend Björk and genre-defying artist Yves Tumor. Named after Berlin’s iconic techno club, the orchestral song weaves German, Spanish, and English lyrics with sweeping classical strings.

Rosalía’s haunting vocals open the track, shifting between German and Spanish, before Björk glides in with the line: “The only way to save us is through divine intervention.” Yves Tumor closes the piece with a raw, repeated refrain: “I’ll fuck you till you love me.”

The German choir chants, “Seine Angst ist meine Angst, Seine Wut ist meine Wut, Seine Liebe ist meine Liebe, Sein Blut ist mein Blut,” which translates powerfully to: “His fear is my fear, his rage is my rage, his love is my love, his blood is my blood.” This layering of languages and voices perfectly encapsulates the album’s spirit of unity through diversity.

Rosalía’s Admiration for Björk: A Meeting of Musical Minds

Rosalía’s collaboration with Björk was no coincidence but the result of genuine admiration and friendship. She recalls their first meeting over tapas in Barcelona—a moment of instant connection sparked by Björk’s uniquely captivating mind and way of thinking.

“She is my favourite woman and artist... It was just an instant crush of admiration.” – Rosalía

When it came time to send Björk some of her work on LUX, Rosalía felt it was a test of her own artistic growth: “If I was doing it good enough, maybe, I would send it to her, and if it was in the right level, maybe then she couldn’t say no.”

Beyond Music: Rosalía’s Artistic Expansion

In the three years since Motomami, Rosalía hasn’t slowed down. She dropped a collaborative EP with then-fiancé Rauw Alejandro, released the single Tuya in 2023, and teamed up with rising and established stars like Ralphie Choo and BLACKPINK’s Lisa.

Her talents aren’t confined to music either. After a cameo in Pedro Almodóvar’s Pain and Glory (2019), Rosalía is set to dive deeper into acting, joining the cast of HBO’s Euphoria for its upcoming third season. She’s described the experience as inspiring, fun, and a fresh challenge: “I’m learning, I’m figuring it out. I’m trying not to forget my lines... trying to have fun with it, play around, improvise.”

Why ‘Motomami’ Was Just the Beginning

Reflecting on Motomami, the album that solidified her place as a global phenomenon, critics praised Rosalía’s trailblazing sound. One review summed it up perfectly: “Rosalía isn’t so much carving out her own lane as building her own ultra-modern, super-bendy sonic motorway. It’s one you’ll want to hurtle down again and again.”

With LUX, it feels like Rosalía is paving even more highways—this time through languages and cultures, inviting all of us along for the ride.

Final Thoughts: The World Is Listening

Rosalía’s LUX is more than an album. It’s a celebration of linguistic diversity, a testament to artistic dedication, and a beautiful reminder of how music connects us all. Whether you’re tuning in for the German choirs, the Arabic phrases, or the silky Spanish verses, it’s clear this project is the result of love, learning, and limitless curiosity.

FAQ

• How many languages does Rosalía sing in on LUX?
  She sings in 13 different languages, including Spanish, Catalan, English, Latin, Sicilian, Ukrainian, Arabic, and German.
• How did Rosalía prepare to sing in so many languages?
  She spent two years learning, using Google Translate, consulting professional translators, and receiving phonetic coaching for pronunciation.
• Who are the featured artists on the lead single ‘Berghain’?
  The track features collaborations with Björk and Yves Tumor.
• What is the significance of the song title ‘Berghain’?
  It’s named after the famous Berlin techno club, reflecting a fusion of electronic and classical music influences.
• Is Rosalía involved in anything besides music now?
  Yes! She is set to appear in the third season of HBO’s Euphoria, marking her growing interest in acting.

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