Jessica Medina pays tribute to powerful women with new EP “Rosa”

Singer-songwriter Jessica Medina presents her new EP “Rosa”, a tribute to the powerful women who have guided her throughout her life.

A bouquet of melodies and rhythms that reflect Jessica’s Caribbean, jazz and soul roots, “Rosa” was arranged and produced by Janina Rosado (Juan Luis Guerra). The EP features original songs by Jessica, as well as compositions by Alex Cuba, Pavel Núñez and Juan José Hernández (Gilberto Santa Rosa). The EP also includes a trap/bachata version of an Elton John classic.

“’Rosa’ is an EP that was exciting to make as it delved into the rhythms that were the soundtrack to my upbringing. We recorded during the pandemic in Santo Domingo. Working with Janina was enriching since I learned more about the details of West Indian musicality through the rhythmic phrasing of each song and I feel that the sound has a certain sensitivity that only a woman can offer. Rosa also helped me grow as a songwriter and I am grateful for each and every person who collaborated with me on it. Complete the trilogy of colors in my albums. Rosa fearlessly celebrates all facets of life and love.”

“Ámame” was written by Medina during the pandemic while she was immersed in workshops and songwriting sessions. It centers on the idea of ​​an old couple who argue and reconcile after realizing that so much time and effort cannot be wasted. Jessica invites us to repair what is important to us, build mutual respect and give each other another chance to love even in difficult times. “Ámame” takes us back to the lyrics and sounds of the era of beloved artists like Beny Moré, Celia Cruz, Pedro Infante and Los Panchos. This bolero represents the musical transition that Jessica is currently weaving, moving from a jazz trajectory to a more tropical and romantic sound.

“Si Vas A Volver”, performed by Jessica Medina, Juan José Hernández and Manuel Zabala, is a flirtatious bilingual merengue that plays on the theme of giving a lover a second chance. The song also includes vallenato elements.

“Locura”, was written by Alex Cuba, featuring elements of merengue and samba and dives deep into Medina’s Dominican and Puerto Rican roots, as well as different kinds of love from a woman’s perspective.

“Morir Soñando”, is a song that feels like a refreshing drink traditionally from the Dominican Republic made of milk and orange juice (similar to an orange cream), was written by Jessica Medina and León Yamil and was produced and arranged by Latin Grammy winner Janina Rosado. The song connects all our senses with the flavors, aromas and emotions of returning to the ancestral lands of Medina.

With “Sorry”, Jessica Medina helps us dance our blues. This mix of bachata and trap from Elton John’s timeless song “Sorry seems to be the hardest Word” celebrates the rise of the Latin world. This is a song that Jessica often heard on the radio in her bedroom growing up in New York in the 1980s while her Dominican mother played bachata and merengue records in her living room. “Sorry” features legendary Dominican bachata guitarist Mártires de León and features a music video that was filmed in Mexico City.

“De Raíz,” written by Medina and Pavel Núñez, takes listeners through the process of dementia and pain. The song captures the importance of preserving our parents’ legacy and memories through storytelling and remembering our roots. “De Raiz” is especially personal for Medina.