Plata Ta Tá is a rebellious party anthem where Mon Laferte and Guaynaa turn the dance floor into a protest march. The repeated plata-ta-tá mimics both the clatter of coins and the crack of gunfire, calling out politicians, businessmen in ties, and anyone who puts profits over people. Over a contagious mix of cumbia and reggaetón, they shout that the same elites always want more money while ordinary folks survive on rice and beans, sell clandestine weed to cover pensions, and dance even in the trash. The song was born in the heat of Chile’s 2019 demonstrations, so every witty rhyme doubles as a demand for social justice, feminist rights, and respect for Indigenous Mapuche communities.
Far from hopeless, the lyrics celebrate collective power: smartphones become louder than megaphones, green scarves wave for reproductive freedom, and bras get tossed aside in fearless unity. Mon Laferte declares she will do what she wants with or without cash, while Guaynaa promises to keep both feet on the ground and fight until “the world listens.” In short, this track invites you to perrear while you protest, proving that rhythm, humor, and courage can shake up any system obsessed with plata.
Mon Laferte (born Norma Monserrat Bustamante Laferte in 1983) is a celebrated Chilean and Mexican singer, songwriter, and painter known for her dynamic music style that spans pop, rock, bolero, and more. Originally from Viña del Mar, Chile, she began her career under her birth name before relocating to Mexico in 2007 where she embraced the stage name Mon Laferte, marking a fresh start in both her personal life and artistic journey.
With over 4.8 million equivalent album sales in Mexico alone, Mon Laferte stands as the best-selling Chilean artist of the digital era. Her powerful voice and emotive songwriting have earned her five Latin Grammy Awards and multiple nominations, placing her among the best female Latin pop artists of all time. Mon Laferte’s captivating stage presence and ability to mix genres have made her a standout figure in Latin music today.