Rozalén

Rozalén, born in Letur in 1986, has become one of the most authentic and socially committed voices in Spanish music. A singer-songwriter, composer, and psychologist, she has built a career guided by passion and dedication, blending artistic sensitivity with social engagement. Her lyrics address love, memory, feminism, and inclusion, and her way of understanding music transcends the stage, becoming a tool for change and a bridge to her roots.

Origins and early influences

María de los Ángeles Rozalén Ortuño was born in Letur, Albacete, in 1986. From childhood, she was surrounded by folk music and nature, which shaped her artistic sensibility. She learned guitar and participated in local choirs, always with a creative spirit. Later, she studied Psychology in Murcia and earned a master’s degree in music therapy, linking the academic world with the artistic and understanding music as a channel for expression and healing.

Passion as a creative drive

Her passion for music became her guiding compass. She never sought only to entertain but to convey meaningful messages. Her first album Con derecho a… in 2013 was a personal and social manifesto, with honest lyrics addressing love, injustice, and freedom. Since then, her body of work has consolidated as a reflection of uncompromising authenticity, fueled by an inner drive that transformed each song into a statement of principles.

An art committed to memory and justice

Rozalén has stood out for intertwining historical memory and social commitment. The song Justo, dedicated to her Republican grandfather, is an example of how the personal can become collective legacy. Through music, she rescues forgotten voices and opens dialogues on identity and justice. Her passion for these themes is complemented by her involvement with NGOs and collectives working in defense of human rights and equality.

Inclusion and diversity on stage

In her concerts, Rozalén permanently includes sign language through Beatriz Romero, a decision that broke ground in the industry. Accessibility is not an add-on but an essential part of her artistic proposal. In this way, she shows that passion is not only sung but also practiced. This gesture has been celebrated by thousands of followers and has set a precedent for inclusion in contemporary Spanish music.

Recognition and artistic maturity

Rozalén’s talent and commitment have been recognized with awards such as the 2021 National Prize for Current Music, along with Latin Grammy nominations. Her album El árbol y el bosque confirmed her artistic maturity, with songs that combine tenderness and social reflection. Each production is a testimony of evolution, where her initial passion transforms into a universal language capable of connecting with diverse audiences and different generations.

Personal life and roots

Although her career has taken her to international stages, Rozalén remains firmly connected to her homeland. In Letur, she organizes the Leturalma Festival, a cultural project that boosts the local economy and revitalizes the town’s social life. This connection between the global and the local reflects her commitment to her roots and her vision of success—not just as fame, but as an opportunity to build community.

The mark of an authentic voice

Rozalén represents a unique figure in Spanish music. Her lyrics arise from passion and dedication to social causes, her voice conveys truth, and her life reflects coherence between what she sings and what she lives. She has turned music into a space of encounter where memory, feminism, diversity, and love all have a place. Her legacy demonstrates that passion, when it guides every decision, leaves profound and transformative marks.