Whether you’re actually going through a breakup or just need a summer mood boost, "DESPECHÁ" is the reminder we all need to put down the phone and hit the beach.
Directed by , the video isn't your typical high-gloss pop production. Instead, it’s a love letter to Spanish costumbrismo —the art of capturing everyday life and local customs. The Setting : Filmed at Portixol beach in Mallorca, Spain. ROSALГЌA - DESPECHГЃ (Official Video)
: Visuals were influenced by photographer Martin Parr’s collections like Life’s a Beach , which celebrate the quirks of tourism and coastal life. Musical Roots and Influences Whether you’re actually going through a breakup or
The title translates roughly to or "spiteful" in English. However, Rosalía reclaims the word. In her own words, she views it as a state of "madness and freedom" —living without reservations or regret after being let down. A Slice of Spanish "Costumbrismo" The Setting : Filmed at Portixol beach in Mallorca, Spain
The video captures Rosalía and her dance crew simply having a blast. From dancing on the sand to riding in a boat, the energy is unapologetically hedonistic. Reviewers from sites like Pitchfork have praised its "minimalistic bliss," noting that it turns a "kiss-off" into something breezy and irresistible.
: It features a chaotic, authentic day at the beach, complete with water pistols, speedboats, red wine, and family picnics.