Alma De Luz (Spanish for Soul of Light) is Alvaro Soler’s warm homage to everyone who feels like a beautiful mix of places and cultures. The song introduces a “niño del mar” with southern eyes and German skin, a character who mirrors Soler’s own multicultural background. Curious onlookers keep saying, “You are not from here,” yet the melody glows with tropical guitars and hand-claps that insist this child absolutely belongs, wherever the music plays.
Under the sunny groove lies a gentle protest against narrow labels. Lines like “¿Cuál es tu bandera?” challenge the idea that a single flag can define a person, while the repeated “alma de luz” reminds us that the brightest part of any identity is invisible: the spirit. Rather than dwell on outsiders’ fears, the song urges the listener to sing out, celebrate their blended roots and let their inner light shine across every border.
Álvaro Soler is a Spanish pop singer and songwriter born on January 9, 1991, in Sant Cugat del Vallès, Catalonia, Spain. He rose to international fame with his hit single "El mismo sol" in 2015, which enjoyed massive success across Europe and Latin America, including a special bilingual version featuring Jennifer Lopez.
Known for his catchy blend of Latin pop and folk pop, Álvaro has released three studio albums: Eterno agosto (2015), Mar de colores (2018), and Magia (2021), delivering other hits like "Sofia" and "La cintura". Multilingual and culturally diverse, he lived in Japan during his youth and speaks six languages including Spanish, German, and Japanese. Álvaro continues to enchant audiences worldwide with his vibrant sound and heartfelt lyrics.