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Dirty Bailarina

Mala Rodríguez · 2010

42 min · 12 tracks · alternative hip-hop

A vibrant fusion of flamenco rhythms and urban beats, blending heartfelt lyrics with bold, confident delivery.

Top tracks — play these first

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    En la línea — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious beat and assertive lyrics that showcase Mala's lyrical prowess and artistic confidence.
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    Nene — In 'Nene', Mala blends playful wordplay with a catchy hook, exemplifying her ability to merge personal storytelling with mainstream appeal.
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    No pidas perdón — This track reveals a more introspective side of Mala as she reflects on past mistakes, combining emotional depth with a compelling rhythm that engages listeners.
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    Flores, vitamina y mucho sexo — With its provocative title and energetic beat, this song encapsulates the album's boldness and showcases Mala's distinctive blend of humor and sensuality.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album showcases a unique fusion of styles with strong rhythmic elements and engaging vocal delivery.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks feature call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the interactive feel of the music.
  • The use of traditional Spanish instruments like the guitar and handclaps is prominent, particularly in tracks like 'Ama' and 'Flores, vitamina y mucho sexo'.
  • The final track, 'Patito feo', slows down the tempo significantly, providing a reflective conclusion to the album.
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
7/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • bold anthems for confident vibes
  • short bursts of energetic expression
  • playful rhythms for social settings
  • cathartic release through dynamic lyrics

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer slow, meditative soundscapes
  • seek lengthy, immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
By the release of Dirty Bailarina in 2010, Mala Rodríguez had established herself as a prominent figure in Spanish hip-hop following her breakthrough album, Alevosía. This album came after her significant commercial success, allowing her to explore deeper themes while pushing genre boundaries further into Latin and alternative influences.
Stylistic neighbors
C. Tangana· Nathy Peluso· Kase.O

Tracklist

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

  • 1 En la línea 3:30
  • 2 Nene 4:03
  • 3 No pidas perdón 3:27
  • 4 Galaxias cercanas 3:30
  • 5 Prima 4:09
  • 6 Interferencias 1:12
  • 7 Yo no mato el tiempo 2:55
  • 8 Ama 3:34
  • 9 Por eso mato 3:40
  • 10 Un corazón 3:46
  • 11 Flores, vitamina y mucho sexo 3:01
  • 12 Patito feo 6:04

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