Chicken Teriyaki cover

Chicken Teriyaki

Rosalía · 2022

7 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock

A playful fusion of reggaeton beats and flamenco melodies, showcasing a vibrant cultural tapestry.

Top tracks — play these first

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    CHICKEN TERIYAKI — This title track is emblematic of Rosalía's genre-bending style, combining reggaeton with flamenco elements in an upbeat celebration of culinary culture.
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    SAOKO — In 'SAOKO', Rosalía experiments with sound textures, blending traditional Spanish influences with modern beats, showcasing her artistic versatility.
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    LA FAMA — 'LA FAMA' features powerful storytelling and collaborations that emphasize themes of love and fame, highlighting Rosalía's lyrical depth alongside her musical innovation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

61 /100
Treeline
Higher than 71% of albums we've rated

The single showcases a vibrant blend of genres with strong production choices, though its cohesion suffers from the inclusion of additional tracks.

What we noticed

  • The title track 'Chicken Teriyaki' features a prominent reggaeton beat layered with flamenco guitar, creating a rhythmic tension throughout.
  • The song employs a call-and-response vocal style, alternating between Rosalía's lead and backing harmonies that enhance its playful nature.
  • The production includes unexpected tempo shifts and dynamic changes, particularly in the chorus, which elevates the energy level.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Experimental — Shows a deliberate departure from her established sound, blending genres in new ways.
Career context
At the time of its release in 2022, Rosalía was transitioning from her critically acclaimed album 'El Mal Querer' to exploring new sounds. 'Chicken Teriyaki' serves as a bold single that highlights her evolution into more experimental territory while maintaining her signature style. This release follows her rise to global prominence, solidifying her status as an innovator in contemporary Latin music.
Stylistic neighbors
C. Tangana· Nathy Peluso· Bad Bunny

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 CHICKEN TERIYAKI 2:02
  • 2 SAOKO 2:17
  • 3 LA FAMA 3:08

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