Rosalía’s Lux tour opens with a remarkable performance at the O2 Arena
A remarkable performance by Spanish superstar Rosalía launched her Lux tour at London’s O2 Arena, where the singer’s deeply religious themes resonated with a captivated audience, reports BritPanorama.
Rosalía’s latest album, Lux, has garnered critical acclaim since its release in 2025, featuring experimental songwriting sung in 14 languages. The album explores themes rooted in religious inspiration, focusing on the lives of several female saints and Rosalía’s personal relationship with faith. Such material may seem unconventional for a pop concert, yet the evening’s proceedings suggested a growing interest among younger audiences.
The concert featured a unique stage arrangement, with an orchestra led by Cuban conductor Yudania Gómez Heredia positioned at the centre of the arena. This setup illuminated the classical musicians throughout the performance, providing an atmosphere of reverence. Rosalía’s captivating voice often drew audience members’ attention back to the conductor, highlighting the orchestral music’s integral role.
Rosalía, dressed as a ballerina, made a striking entrance from a box, symbolically carrying a precious artwork. During the performance of “Porcelona,” she displayed her dance skills en pointe, further enhancing the theatrical aspect of the show. The artistic theme continued with her cover of Frankie Valli’s “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” performed from behind a gilded frame, evoking comparisons to classical art.
Notably, Rosalía fully embraced the religious themes of her work during a rendition of “Mio Cristo piange diamanti,” donning a long headdress reminiscent of the Virgin Mary. This performance stripped away distractions, allowing her powerful voice to take centre stage. Later, a bass-heavy rendition of “CUUUUuuuuuute” invoked the imagery of a thurible, transforming the O2 into a metaphorical church.
Another significant moment came when Rosalía returned to her flamenco roots with a poignant song about crucifixion. As the concert approached its conclusion, she performed “Focu ’ranni,” reflecting on personal freedom and the end of a relationship while dressed as an angel.
The show culminated in the closing track of Lux, “Magnolias,” a mournful piece contemplating her funeral. As a light created a halo effect above her, Rosalía left the stage, encapsulating the essence of her themes and connecting the audience to a profound sense of meaning.
Rosalía’s performance showcased an extraordinary blend of musical talent and thought-provoking artistry, drawing the audience into an experience that transcended conventional concert expectations.
Rosalía plays the O2 again tonight, then tours the US
