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São Vicente di Longe

Cesária Évora · 2001

64 min · 15 tracks · fado · morna · modinha

A soulful blend of morna and fado, capturing the bittersweet essence of Cape Verdean life.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic flow throughout
  • bittersweet reflections on life
  • for evening relaxation
  • soulful sounds for quiet moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2001, 'São Vicente di Longe' was Cesária Évora's fifth studio album, following her international breakthrough with 'Café Atlantico' in 1999. At this point in her career, Évora was solidifying her reputation as the 'Barefoot Diva,' celebrated for bringing Cape Verdean music to a global audience while remaining deeply rooted in her cultural heritage.
Stylistic neighbors
Amália Rodrigues· Mariza· Dulce Pontes

Tracklist

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

  • 1 São Vicente di longe 4:18
  • 2 Homem na meio di' homem 4:39
  • 3 Tiempo y silencio 3:20
  • 4 Sabôr de pecado 4:43
  • 5 Dor di amor 4:31
  • 6 Nutridinha 3:12
  • 7 Regresso 4:00
  • 8 Esperança irisada 4:30
  • 9 Ponta de fi 3:57
  • 10 Crepuscular solidão 5:33
  • 11 Linda mimosa 3:48
  • 12 Negue 3:47
  • 13 Bondade e maldade 5:02
  • 14 Fada 5:01
  • 15 Pic nic na Salamansa 3:56

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