Is Motomami a good place to start with Rosalía?

Yes, Motomami is recommended as a starting point for new Rosalía listeners. A genre-blurring exploration of personal and cultural identity woven through eclectic rhythms and emotive vocals. When Rosalía released Motomami in March 2022, she was solidifying her status as a global music force following her breakthrough album El mal querer. This album marked her artistic evolution, showcasing a bold experimentation with various musical styles while maintaining her flamenco roots. The release followed her Grammy wins and widespread acclaim, positioning her at the forefront of contemporary Latin music.

Motomami works well if you're into quick, engaging listening sessions, dynamic emotional shifts and playful and experimental vibes.

How many songs are on Motomami?

Motomami has 16 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Motomami

Rosalía · 2022

42 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock

A genre-blurring exploration of personal and cultural identity woven through eclectic rhythms and emotive vocals.

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Top tracks — play these first

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SAOKO Start here — Opening the album with an energetic blend of reggaeton beats and flamenco flair, SAOKO sets the tone for the experimental nature of Motomami.
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LA FAMA — Featuring The Weeknd, LA FAMA combines haunting melodies with themes of desire and betrayal, showcasing Rosalía's ability to fuse genres seamlessly.
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BULERÍAS — This track presents a modern twist on traditional flamenco, highlighting Rosalía's technical prowess while capturing a vibrant celebratory spirit.
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DIABLO — With its introspective lyrics about inner conflict and self-doubt, DIABLO reveals a darker emotional layer to the album's narrative arc.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

73 /100

Alpine

Higher than 96% of albums we've rated

Motomami showcases innovative genre blending and strong production, making it a standout in contemporary music.

What we noticed

The album opens with a high-energy track, 'SAOKO', that features rapid shifts in rhythm and tempo, setting a dynamic tone.
Several tracks incorporate unexpected sound samples and genre fusions, such as flamenco guitar alongside reggaeton beats.
The sequencing includes interludes that create pauses between more intense tracks, allowing for moments of reflection before the next energetic piece.

Composition 25% of the score: 8/10
Craft 20% of the score: 9/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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

quick, engaging listening sessions
dynamic emotional shifts
playful and experimental vibes
short bursts of energy

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — Motomami represents a deliberate departure in sound and style for Rosalía.
Career context: When Rosalía released Motomami in March 2022, she was solidifying her status as a global music force following her breakthrough album El mal querer. This album marked her artistic evolution, showcasing a bold experimentation with various musical styles while maintaining her flamenco roots. The release followed her Grammy wins and widespread acclaim, positioning her at the forefront of contemporary Latin music.
Stylistic neighbors: C. Tangana· Nathy Peluso· Bad Bunny