"Isla" means "island" in Spanish, making the setting literally "Island Island".
This episode is frequently recommended to newcomers because it expertly balances the Stan/Roger dynamic while showcasing Roger’s ability to completely derail a high-stakes CIA mission for his own vanity.
The story kicks off with Stan attempting to secure oil rights for the CIA by wooing , the dictator of Isla Island. After Stan accidentally causes the General to choke to death on a corn dog, he convinces Roger to impersonate the leader to finish the treaty. True to form, Roger’s ego takes over: [S6E2] Moon Over Isla Island
The episode features the final television appearance of legendary actor Ricardo Montalbán as the voice of General Pequeño.
After Roger flees, he is replaced by a dancer who is revealed in a text epilogue to have become the most brutal dictator in the island's history. "Isla" means "island" in Spanish, making the setting
He makes the band Bananarama’s cover of "Venus" the new national anthem.
Roger’s dramatic rendition of "Out Here on My Own" from Fame is a highlight, used by Stan to distract him from leaving the palace. After Stan accidentally causes the General to choke
Do you think Roger's "Bananarama" persona is one of his most ones, or does another character take that title for you? "American Dad!" Moon Over Isla Island (TV Episode 2009)