Voces Digital: 8 Songs from Spain Perfect for Spanish Class

Voces Digital's Nuestra Historia 2 Unit 1 highlights Spain’s history, language, and culture, exploring how identity is expressed through art. From pop to flamenco, Spanish music captures emotion, identity, and daily life.

All songs below are in a Roxxem playlist with Spanish lyrics, videos, and interactive activities like slides, worksheets, and games.

1. Álvaro Soler - "El Mismo Sol"

A feel-good anthem with global reach, El Mismo Sol celebrates unity across borders — all under the same sun. With a catchy rhythm and hopeful lyrics, the song plays with ideas of travel, shared experiences, and human connection. It’s perfect for sparking conversations about how music reflects a globalized worldview.

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2. Pablo Alboran - "El traje"

Spanish singer-songwriter Pablo Alborán uses the image of a suit (el traje) as a metaphor for how we present ourselves to the world, and what we might be hiding underneath. The song opens up space to reflect on identity, appearances, and how cultural expectations shape our daily lives. It pairs naturally with discussions of how individuals navigate contemporary social pressures.

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3. Orejas de Van Gogh - "Rosas"

This classic pop-rock ballad from Spain tells the story of longing, missed connection, and memories tied to the routine gesture of bringing roses. While romantic on the surface, Rosas also highlights how pastimes and cultural expectations shape emotional expression in everyday life. It’s a strong fit for exploring how language, love, and custom intersect.

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4. Rosalia - "Despechá"

A modern twist on escapism, Despechá channels the feeling of walking away from stress and responsibility in favor of freedom, dancing, and beachside joy. Rosalía fuses Dominican mambo with her signature Spanish flair, making this track a celebration of reclaiming joy and movement.

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5. Sangiovanni & Aitana - "Mariposas"

"With its catchy melody and emotional lyrics, Mariposas explores the process of regaining trust and confidence through poetic metaphor. Aitana’s performance introduces students to Spain’s contemporary pop scene, while the song itself offers a glimpse into how emotion and personal growth are portrayed in Spanish-language music."

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6. Gipsy Kings - "Volare"

With its vibrant flamenco rhythms and celebratory energy, Volare captures the freedom and joy often associated with travel and exploration. Sung in Spanish and Italian, it’s a great starting point for discussions about how music and language blend across cultures to shape our worldview.

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7. Álvaro Soler - "Volar"

With its soaring chorus and energetic beat, Volar expresses the desire to break free from limitations and explore the world, literally and emotionally. The imagery of flying becomes a metaphor for independence, ambition, and change, making it an ideal complement to conversations about contemporary aspirations and movement.

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8. Álvaro Soler - "La Libertad"

This upbeat celebration of freedom and exploration captures the feeling of breaking out of routine and embracing the unknown. With lyrics that evoke motion, discovery, and joy, La Libertad encourages listeners to live fully — a message that resonates with discussions of travel, identity, and personal growth.

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Whether you're introducing new vocabulary, encouraging cultural discussion, or just looking for clean, meaningful Spanish songs with lyrics your students will actually enjoy, music is one of the most powerful tools in the language classroom.

🟣 Click here for the full Voces Digital curriculum, complete with reading, writing, and discussion activities.
🟠 Click to explore these songs in Roxxem, where you’ll also find Spanish lyrics, music videos, games, and classroom-ready materials for every song featured.