The title refers to a famous called Bagdad. Metaphorically, the name also connects to the ancient capital of Iraq, often referred to etymologically as the "gift of God," creating a contrast between the divine name and the "hellish" setting of the song. Music Video Symbolism
Directed by , the music video visually interprets the "crying a river" metaphor: ROSALГЌA - BAGDAD (Cap.7: Liturgia)
: She begins to cry uncontrollably until the stall fills with water, and she eventually drowns in her own tears . The title refers to a famous called Bagdad
: The song notably interpolates the melody from Justin Timberlake’s "Cry Me a River" . Rosalía personally sought Timberlake's permission to use it, which he granted after hearing her version. : The song notably interpolates the melody from
: Rosalía dedicated the visual "to all those who were heartbroken and drowned in their sorrow".