Chándal translates to "tracksuit" or "sweatsuit". While it might seem like a simple clothing item, its repeated use throughout the song makes it incredibly central and symbolic.
Morad uses "chándal" to represent his identity, his crew, and his lifestyle. He mentions wearing it everywhere—to the club, to a wedding, to court, and even if he has a child. It's a statement of authenticity and defiance against societal expectations, making it a unique and memorable word in this context.
Morad's "Chandal" is a defiant anthem about staying true to yourself, no matter the situation. He's basically saying, "I'm wearing my tracksuit everywhere, and there's nothing you can do about it!"
He talks about going to the club, to a wedding, even to court, all in his tracksuit: "Si voy a una boda, en chándal, si voy al juzgado, en chándal" [If I go to a wedding, in tracksuit, if I go to court, in tracksuit]. It's a symbol of his identity and his crew, a "banda organizada" [organized band] that's always prepared. He even jokes about how they used to be denied entry to clubs in tracksuits, but now they're so successful, they get in no problem: "Antes discoteca en chándal, no nos daban la entrada / Ahora discoteca en chándal, seis números en adelantado" [Before, discotheque in tracksuit, they wouldn't let us in / Now, discotheque in tracksuit, six numbers in advance]. It's a fun, boastful track about loyalty, success, and sticking to your roots.
Morad El Khattouti El Horami, known simply as Morad, is a Moroccan-Spanish rapper and singer from L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Catalonia, born in 1999. Rising from the streets of La Florida neighborhood, he began his music career at age 14 and quickly gained prominence with his raw and honest lyrics focused on street life and personal struggle.
Morad's music primarily blends hip-hop, drill, and afrobeats, popularizing the abbreviation "M.D.L.R" (Mec de la Rue) in Spain. He shot to national fame with hits like "Bzrp Music Sessions Vol. 47" and "Pelele," topping Spanish charts. His albums, including "M.D.L.R" (2019) and the critically acclaimed "Reinsertado" (2023), showcase his authentic voice as the most streamed emerging drill artist in Spain. Known for his iconic tracksuits and vibrant street style, Morad continues to break barriers and connect communities through his music.