SAOKO

ROSALÍA's 'SAOKO' is a song that celebrates the concept of transformation and the fluidity of identity. The lyrics are a mix of introspection and bold statements, with ROSALÍA using various metaphors to express the idea of constant change and evolution. The repeated phrase 'Saoko, papi, saoko' is a nod to Daddy Yankee's song 'Saoco,' which is a term that can mean a state of wildness or being in the zone. ROSALÍA appropriates this term to set the tone for her own message of metamorphosis.

The song's verses are filled with imagery that signifies change: from pearls on a Vivienne Westwood collar becoming something more than just pearls, to ice cubes transforming from water to ice. These metaphors extend to the transformation from day to night, the historical reference to the Trojan Horse, and even to the artist's personal changes, like putting on drag queen makeup or feeling like a sex siren. ROSALÍA asserts her multifaceted nature, embracing contradictions and the many roles she can embody.

The latter part of the song shifts to a more defiant tone, with ROSALÍA rejecting the need for external validation or style, symbolized by the lines 'Fuck el estilo' and 'Fuck el stylist.' She emphasizes self-creation and autonomy, using the metaphor of cutting fabric to represent taking control of one's own narrative and identity. The song is a powerful statement on self-expression and the freedom to redefine oneself, a theme that resonates with many listeners navigating their own personal transformations.