El Madrileño
42 min · 14 tracks · hip-hop
A vibrant blend of hip-hop and flamenco, infused with contemporary pop sensibilities that captures the essence of modern Spain.
Top tracks — play these first
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Tú Me Dejaste De Querer — This track stands out for its haunting melody and poignant lyrics about heartbreak, encapsulating the emotional core of the album.
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Demasiadas Mujeres — With its catchy beat and playful lyrics, this song exemplifies C. Tangana's ability to merge traditional influences with contemporary flair.
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Ingobernable — This track features a compelling narrative and showcases C. Tangana's lyrical prowess, addressing themes of defiance and resilience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's fusion of hip-hop and flamenco creates a distinctive sound that stands out in contemporary music.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate guest artists, adding diverse vocal styles and perspectives that shift the mood throughout the record.
- The first half of the album maintains a lively tempo, while the latter half introduces slower, more introspective pieces that alter the overall energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- short bursts of vibrant energy
- danceable rhythms for gatherings
- playful yet introspective lyrics
- late-night conversations with friends
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of long epics
- prefer slow, reflective moods
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2021, El Madrileño marks C. Tangana's breakthrough into mainstream success following his earlier work in the underground scene. This album came after a string of mixtapes and singles that established him as a key figure in the new flamenco movement, showcasing his artistic evolution and ambition to redefine Spanish music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alizzz· Nathy Peluso· Kase.O
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Cuando Olvidaré
The moment shifts from reminiscence to confrontation as the narrator recalls a painful breakup while expressing hope for healing.
This transition underscores the emotional complexity of moving on, contrasting vulnerability with an assertive tone that drives the narrative forward.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Demasiadas Mujeres 2:34
- 2 Tú Me Dejaste De Querer 3:18
- 3 Comerte Entera 2:54
- 4 Nunca Estoy 2:42
- 5 Párteme La Cara 2:48
- 6 Ingobernable 3:07
- 7 Nominao 2:56
- 8 Un Veneno (G-Mix) 3:14
- 9 Te Olvidaste 3:08
- 10 Muriendo e Envidia 3:03
- 11 CAMBIA! 3:08
- 12 Cuando Olvidaré 3:10
- 13 Los Tontos 3:13
- 14 Hong Kong 3:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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