Princess Sayari (song)

"Princess Sayari"
Single by Electric Kings
from the album Noche Eléctrica
Released	12.VIII.1747 AN
Recorded	8.VI.1747 AN
Studio	Sonic Wave Studios, Punta Santiago
Genre	Punta Santiago Pop, Electronic dance, Synth-pop
Length	3:42
Label	Aurora Music Group
Composer(s)	Marco Delgado, Ricardo Santos
Lyricist(s)	Marco Delgado, Ricardo Santos
Producer(s)	Ricardo Santos, Elena Rivas
Electric Kings singles chronology
"Baila Conmigo" (1746 AN) "Princess Sayari" (1747) "Noche Eléctrica" (1747 AN)

"Princess Sayari" is a song by New Alexandrian electronic pop duo Electric Kings, released in 12.VIII.1747 AN as the lead single from their second studio album Noche Eléctrica. The track became a commercial success, reaching number three on the MusicTrack charts and selling over 2.4 million copies domestically. The song addresses themes of wealth inequality, excess, and unattainable romance through its satirical portrayal of a privileged woman from Alexandrium mining wealth, delivered with tongue-in-cheek humor and party anthem energy.

Background and composition

Electric Kings recorded "Princess Sayari" in Punta Santiago following their debut album Fiesta Federal. Lead vocalist Marco Delgado told interviewers the song drew from his experiences at upscale Cárdenas nightclubs, where he observed the social distance between wealthy patrons and working-class attendees. Rather than approaching the subject with earnest criticism, the duo opted for what Delgado called "comedy as commentary," creating a party track that simultaneously celebrates and mocks extreme wealth.

The song employs a driving electronic beat characteristic of Punta Santiago Pop, layered with synthesized horns and bass-heavy production. The lyrics adopt a playful, exaggerated tone typical of late 1740s youth culture, depicting the narrator's pursuit of a woman whose wealth places her beyond his reach. The memorable hook uses "bills" as slang for billions of écus, with the absurdist image of casual wealth highlighting the disconnect between economic classes:

Gurl, you Princess Sayari blingin'
With 50 bills just in the kitchen

—Electric Kings, "Princess Sayari"

Additional verses reference helicopter commutes, diamond-encrusted phone cases, and vacation homes on multiple continents, delivered with an ironic detachment that music critics described as "self-aware enough to dance to."

The title references Princess Sayari, comparing the song's subject to the princess due to their shared wealth, privilege, and beauty. Ricardo Santos explained in production notes that the comparison was meant to be "aspirational and ridiculous at the same time," noting that the fictional woman in the song makes Princess Sayari "look middle-class by comparison." The chorus juxtaposes the narrator's middle-class status against the woman's lifestyle of luxury vehicles, designer clothing, and inherited Alexandrium mining fortunes, with lines delivered in a deadpan style that blurs whether the narrator is sincere or satirical.

Critics observed that the song reflected the Alexandrium speculation boom of the mid-1740s, a period when sudden wealth concentration heightened class visibility and created what sociologists have recently termed "conspicuous consumption culture." The track's production blends traditional Wechua percussion with electronic elements, a technique that became a defining feature of Electric Kings' sound. The duo incorporated what they called "maximalist minimalism" in the arrangement, using sparse verses that explode into dense, chaotic choruses meant to mirror the excess described in the lyrics.

Commercial performance

"Princess Sayari" debuted at number 18 on the MusicTrack charts in VIII.1747 AN and climbed to its peak position of number three over the following six weeks. The single maintained chart presence for 22 consecutive weeks and became one of the most-played songs at nightclubs throughout Alduria.

Aurora Music Group reported domestic sales of 2.4 million copies by the end of 1747 AN, making it the duo's second-biggest hit after their debut single "Baila Conmigo." The song performed particularly well in urban markets, with radio airplay concentrated in Punta Santiago, Cárdenas, and Parap. Streaming numbers exceeded 80 million plays across major platforms within the first six months of release.

Critical reception

Music journalist Claudia Moreno of The Aldurian called the track "a sharp social commentary wrapped in an infectious dance beat that never takes itself too seriously." She praised the duo's ability to address economic disparities while maintaining the song's party atmosphere, noting that the satirical approach made the message more accessible than earnest protest songs. Other reviewers noted the clever wordplay in the lyrics and the production's polish, with particular attention given to the bridge section where the narrator lists increasingly absurd displays of wealth.

Some cultural commentators criticized what they viewed as the song's materialistic focus, arguing it glamorized wealth even while critiquing it. Electric Kings defended their approach in interviews, with Delgado explaining that the song's narrator is "honest about desire while recognizing the impossibility of the situation. We're not condemning anyone for wanting nice things. We're just pointing out how ridiculous it gets when some people have everything and most people have just enough." Santos added that the song's humor was intentional, stating "If you can't laugh at the absurdity of someone having 50 billion écus sitting in their kitchen while people work three jobs, then you're taking life too seriously."

The track became popular on social media platforms, with users creating videos parodying wealthy lifestyles and using the song's hashtag. Cultural analysts noted this participatory aspect helped extend the song's commercial life and cultural impact beyond typical single releases.

It is not known how Princess Sayari herself feels about the song referencing her.

Music video

The official music video, directed by Valentina Cruz and released in IX.1747 AN, depicts the duo attempting to gain entry to an exclusive Cárdenas nightclub where the fictional Princess Sayari holds court. The video employs deliberate visual excess, featuring elaborate set designs showcasing luxury goods, including gold-plated furniture, exotic animals, and a swimming pool filled with champagne. Portions were filmed at the Nouvelle Alexandrie Stock Exchange building, with dancers performing choreography while surrounded by stock tickers and financial displays.

The video includes comedic elements, such as the duo being repeatedly rejected by increasingly elaborate security measures, including facial recognition systems, DNA scanners, and a velvet rope that extends into the stratosphere. These sequences were praised for their visual inventiveness and reinforcement of the song's themes. The video accumulated over 15 million views on streaming platforms within three months of release and spawned numerous parodies and homages.

Live performances

Electric Kings performed "Princess Sayari" at the 1748 AN Parap International Music Festival, where the duo brought out backup dancers dressed in exaggerated formal evening wear covered in fake jewelry and carrying prop money. The performance included pyrotechnics and a confetti cannon that shot replica écu notes into the audience. The song became a regular feature of the duo's concert setlists throughout 1748 AN and 1749 AN, often serving as the encore due to audience demand.

Track listing

1. "Princess Sayari" (Radio Edit) – 3:42
2. "Princess Sayari" (Extended Club Mix) – 6:18
3. "Princess Sayari" (Instrumental) – 3:42

Personnel

• Marco Delgado – vocals, synthesizers
• Ricardo Santos – vocals, programming, production
• Elena Rivas – additional production
• Javier Morales – mixing
• Recorded at Sonic Wave Studios, Punta Santiago

Charts

Chart (1747 AN)	Peak position
MusicTrack Top 100	3
Alduria Regional Chart	1
Caputia Regional Chart	2

See also

• Music of Nouvelle Alexandrie
• Punta Santiago Pop
• Electric Kings