Rosalía’s New Album LUX: A New Artistic Direction

Spanish singer Rosalía released her new album LUX in November 2025. The album is very different from her previous music. Instead of urban and pop rhythms, LUX uses orchestral sounds, choirs, and dramatic vocals. Many critics describe it as “spiritual pop” or “modern opera.” In the album, Rosalía sings in many languages, including  Spanish, Catalan, English, Latin, Ukrainian, Arabic, German, Hebrew, Italian, French, Portuguese, Mandarin Chinese, and Japanese.

The themes of LUX focus on spirituality, transformation, and femininity. Rosalía uses images of female saints, mysticism, and religious symbols. Some people believe she created this album after going through personal changes, including the end of important romantic relationships in her life. The album feels very emotional and honest, and many listeners think it shows her personal rebirth.

Compared to her previous album, LUX is less commercial and more experimental. It does not follow typical pop structures. There are no simple radio hits. Instead, the songs are long, dramatic, and full of emotion. Some critics say this is risky, while others say it is Rosalía’s best work so far.

The reception has been extremely positive. Critics praise her voice and call the album “innovative,” “powerful,” and “unique.” Audiences streamed the album in record numbers, and LUX broke the record for the most streams in one day by a Spanish-language female artist. However, not everyone loves it. Some people think the album is too dramatic or too complex.

With LUX, Rosalía shows a strong evolution as an artist. She mixes classical and modern sounds, explores deep themes, and challenges what pop music can be. She also pushes the limits of style, visuals, and identity, proving she is one of the most original artists of her generation.

1. Vocabulary Match  

Match the words with their meanings.

WordMeaning
1. honestobjects or images that represent deeper ideas
2. emotionalstarting a new chapter in life
3. identityfull of strong feelings
4. complexrelated to the spirit or the soul
5. personal rebirthtrying something new or different
6. spiritualnew and creative
7. experimentalsincere, truthful
8. symbolstesting new ideas, not traditional
9. dramaticvery emotional or exciting
10. innovativenot simple, having many parts
11. experimentalhow people react to something
12. receptionthe qualities that make someone who they are

2.Synonym Match  

Match the word to a synonym.

WordSynonym
1. identitydevelopment
2. receptionoriginal
3. complexblend
4. honestmoving
5. mixcomplicated
6. emotionalself-image
7. previouschange
8. innovativereaction
9. evolution last
10. transformation  sincere

3.Role-Plays 

Role Play A – “First Impressions of LUX”

Characters:

  • Alex: A fan of Rosalía who loves LUX.

  • Jordan: Unsure about the new album and prefers her older style.

Starter:
Alex: I listened to LUX last night. It’s so beautiful and different!
Jordan: Really? I’m not sure I like this new direction. It feels too dramatic for me.
Alex: I think she’s growing as an artist. Did you hear the orchestra?
Jordan: Yes, but I miss the catchy beats.

→ Students continue, share opinions, and decide if the new style is better or not.

Role Play B – “Is Music About Art or Popularity?”

Characters:

  • Sam: Believes music should focus on creativity.

  • Taylor: Believes artists should think about what the audience wants.

Starter:
Taylor: If Rosalía wants to stay popular, she should produce more commercial songs.
Sam: But LUX is art. It shows her true self. Not everything must be designed for radio.
Taylor: Still, fans expect something familiar.
Sam: Fans can grow with the artist, too.

→ Students continue with arguments using examples.

4. Communication & Discussion Activities

1. Opinion Questions (pairs or groups)

  • Do you think artists should constantly change their style? Why or why not?

  • Is it possible to mix spirituality with pop culture?

  • Should musicians use personal experiences, like breakups, in their music?

2. Compare & Contrast (no listening required)

Students compare Rosalía’s past music (described as pop, urban, rhythmic) with LUX (orchestral, spiritual, experimental).

  • What are the main differences?

  • Which style do you prefer, and why?


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