Released 7 years ago this October
Mala Santa
Becky G · 2019
52 min · 16 tracks · contemporary R&B
A vibrant blend of reggaeton and pop, infused with assertive lyrics and infectious hooks that showcase a confident persona.
Top tracks — play these first
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MALA SANTA Start here — The title track sets the tone for the album with its bold declaration of independence and self-empowerment, encapsulating Becky G's artistic persona.
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SI SÍ — This track showcases a catchy chorus paired with playful lyrics about desire, reflecting both confidence and flirtation that define much of the album's character.
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ME ACOSTUMBRÉ — With its rhythmic flow and relatable themes of adaptation after heartbreak, this song highlights the emotional depth within the energetic production typical of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Mala Santa showcases strong hooks and confident lyrics, balancing upbeat tracks with introspective moments.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that sets a confident tone, followed by a series of upbeat reggaeton tracks that maintain high energy.
- Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response structures, enhancing the infectious quality of the hooks.
- The latter half includes slower tracks that introduce a more introspective mood, contrasting with the earlier party anthems.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
- steady groove for dance parties
- infectious melodies for sing-alongs
- empowering anthems for confidence boost
- heartfelt moments with rhythmic flow
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective tracks
- seek complex musical explorations
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Solidified Becky G's status as a leading figure in Latin music.
- Moods
- Chill
- Career context
- Released in 2019, Mala Santa marked Becky G's transition from a promising pop star into a leading figure in Latin music. Following her breakthrough single 'Mayores' in 2017, this album solidified her presence in the industry as a multifaceted artist, combining elements of reggaeton, hip-hop, and cumbia.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Natti Natasha· Karol G· Anitta
Tracklist
- 1 MALA SANTA Start here 2:53
- 2 DOLLAR 3:24
- 3 24/7 2:45
- 4 SI SÍ 3:00
- 5 VÁMONOS 3:31
- 6 MEJOR ASÍ 2:53
- 7 PELEAS 3:27
- 8 NO TE PERTENEZCO 3:37
- 9 EN MI CONTRA 2:23
- 10 ME ACOSTUMBRÉ 3:36
- 11 NI DE TI NI DE NADIE 3:01
- 12 SUBIENDO 2:58
- 13 TE SUPERÉ 4:32
- 14 Cuando te besé 4:16
- 15 Sin pijama 3:10
- 16 Mayores 3:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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