This 1997 album, recorded with her long-time collaborators in Paris, features a blend of evocative Cesária Évora's distinctive vocals with African rhythms and a touch of bossa nova. It was a critical and commercial success, further cementing her status as an international star.
- The album was recorded in Paris with producer José da Silva.
- It charted in multiple countries, including France and Belgium.
- The release features contributions from various musicians, including arrangements by Nando Andrade and B. J. Carvalho.
Cesária Évora was a Cape Verdean singer from Mindelo, known as the "Barefoot Diva" for her unadorned performances of the country's soulful mornas and coladeiras. By 1997, she had achieved international renown, bringing the music of the islands to a global audience.
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