Björk and Rosalía Release Collaborative Single “Oral,” Donate Proceeds to Fight Aquaculture Concerns
REYKJAVIK,ICELAND – November 2,2023 – Icelandic icon Björk and Spanish superstar Rosalía have released their collaborative single,”Oral,” accompanied by a striking music video and a commitment to environmental activism. The song, initially recorded by Björk over two decades ago between the albums Homogenic (1997) and Vespertine (2001), was “updated” with Rosalía’s contribution to deliver a message of environmental protection.
The release comes amid growing concern in Iceland over the acquisition of local aquaculture farms by Norwegian and Icelandic businessmen over the past ten years. This summer, the issue became a national talking point, prompting the artists to donate proceeds from “Oral” to support legal costs associated with challenging these acquisitions.
Produced by Mix Bodega, “Oral” blends Björk’s mystical lyricism with Rosalía’s modernist pop sensibilities, marking a return to a more accessible sound for the Icelandic artist. The accompanying music video, directed by Carlota Guerrero, depicts Björk (in Acne Studios) and Rosalía (in Maison Margiela) as samurai-like figures engaged in a martial arts duel within a minimalist, futuristic landscape. Guerrero clarified on Instagram that the scene represents a training session between the artists to combat a shared enemy – threats to the natural world.
“Oral” is available now, alongside Björk’s Cornucopia Live (2025) and Rosalía’s upcoming album Lux (November 7, 2025).
