La ingrata

The song *La ingrata* by Café Tacvba, released in 1994, became a key track on their second album, Re. The composition, attributed to Emmanuel del Real, stands out for its energy and a message that, over time, sparked debate. Initially, the band decided not to perform it live in 2017, acknowledging that its lyrics could have interpretations that might incite gender-based violence. However, they later reconsidered this stance, choosing to keep the song in their repertoire without changes, emphasizing the satirical intent they had always considered inherent to the piece.

The recording of Re, the album to which *La ingrata* belongs, took place in Cuernavaca, Morelos. Produced by the members of Café Tacvba themselves, with the collaboration of Gustavo Santaolalla, the record showcases remarkable sonic experimentation. For this work, the band added musicians such as Luis Conte and Alejandro Flores, and the vocalist Rubén Albarrán is credited under the name "Cosme." The album explores a wide range of genres, from Mexican regional rhythms like huapango and son jarocho to influences of punk and funk, thus consolidating Café Tacvba's unique sound identity.