Rosalía Vila Tobella, known professionally as Rosalía, is a Spanish singer, songwriter, and actress born on September 25, 1993, in Barcelona, Spain.
Raised in Sant Cugat del Vallès and Sant Esteve Sesrovires, she grew up in a family with deep Catalan roots.
Her mother, Pilar Tobella, ran a metalworking business, while her father, José Manuel Vila, was a dedicated family man.
Rosalía’s early exposure to flamenco, sparked at age 13 by hearing Camarón de la Isla’s music, set her on a path to blend traditional Spanish sounds with contemporary genres like pop, reggaeton, and avant-garde electronica.
Siblings
Rosalía has one sibling, an older sister named Pilar Vila Tobella, often referred to as Pili.
Born in 1989, Pili is four years Rosalía’s senior and shares a close bond with her sister. Unlike Rosalía’s public career in music, Pili works behind the scenes in the creative industry.
She is a stylist and creative director, frequently collaborating with Rosalía on projects, including music videos and photoshoots.
Pili’s influence is evident in Rosalía’s distinctive visual aesthetic, which blends high fashion with urban and traditional Spanish elements.
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Career
Rosalía’s career began with her debut album, Los Ángeles (2017), a flamenco-inspired project produced by Raül Refree that earned critical acclaim for its raw emotion and reverence for tradition.
Her breakthrough came with El Mal Querer (2018), a concept album framed as a narrative of a toxic relationship, blending flamenco with pop and electronic beats.
The album’s lead single, “Malamente,” became a global hit, showcasing her ability to modernize flamenco while respecting its roots.
Her third album, Motomami (2022), marked a bold evolution, incorporating reggaeton, bachata, and experimental sounds, with tracks like “Chicken Teriyaki” and “La Fama” (featuring The Weeknd) highlighting her versatility.
Beyond music, Rosalía has acted in films like Pedro Almodóvar’s Pain and Glory (2019) and appeared in global campaigns for brands like Nike and SKIMS.
Her live performances, known for intricate choreography and emotional intensity, have solidified her as a cultural force, with sold-out tours across Europe, Latin America, and the United States.
Accolades
Rosalía’s has won 12 Latin Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year for El Mal Querer (2019) and Motomami (2022), making her one of the most decorated artists in the ceremony’s history.
She also secured two Grammy Awards, including Best Latin Rock or Alternative Album for Motomami in 2023.
Her work has earned her four MTV Video Music Awards, two Billboard Women in Music Awards, and an MTV Europe Music Award for Best Collaboration for “Con Altura” with J Balvin.
In 2021, she received the Vision Award from Billboard for her contributions to music and culture.
Beyond awards, Rosalía was named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in 2022 and included on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list.
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