Café Atlantico cover

Café Atlantico

Cesária Évora · 1999

58 min · 14 tracks · fado · morna · modinha

A rich tapestry of melancholic melodies and heartfelt vocals that evoke the spirit of Cape Verde.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • melancholic reflective moments
  • rich emotional storytelling
  • soothing background ambiance
  • long, immersive listening sessions

Where this album fits

Career context
Café Atlantico is Cesária Évora's fourth studio album, released during her rise to international prominence in the late 1990s. Following her breakthrough with the album 'Mar Azul' in 1991, this record solidified her status as the 'Barefoot Diva' of Cape Verde, showcasing her unique blend of morna and traditional Cape Verdean music to a global audience.
Stylistic neighbors
Amália Rodrigues· Mariza· Dulce Pontes

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Flôr di nha esperança 4:17
  • 2 Vaquinha mansa 4:49
  • 3 Amor di mundo 4:08
  • 4 Paraiso di Atlantico 3:58
  • 5 Sorte 3:49
  • 6 Carnaval de São Vicente 3:50
  • 7 Desilusão dum amdjer 5:39
  • 8 Nho antone escaderode 3:47
  • 9 Beijo de longe 4:02
  • 10 Roma criola 4:12
  • 11 Perseguida 4:52
  • 12 Maria Elena 3:31
  • 13 Cabo Verde mandá mantenha 4:03
  • 14 Terezinha 3:25

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