Morna

Morna is a deeply expressive genre of music originating from Cape Verde, characterized by its poignant melodies and soul-stirring lyrics often exploring themes of longing, nostalgia, and the complexities of life. This genre seamlessly blends Portuguese fado influences with African rhythms and Creole poetry, creating a unique sound that resonates with the islands' diverse cultural heritage. Instruments central to morna are the acoustic guitar, violin, cavaquinho (a small guitar-like instrument), and piano, underpinning the melancholic yet graceful vocal lines. Artists like Cesária Évora have popularized morna worldwide, but a new generation, including Jorge Humberto and Jenifer Solidade, continue to evolve the genre, maintaining its traditional roots while infusing contemporary sounds and issues, making morna a timeless testament to Cape Verdean identity.

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Txiga
Single - Released March 20, 2025

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Ana Firmino
Assol Garcia
Batchart
Blyk Tchutchi
Cesária Evora
Chico Serra
Coladera
Constantino Cardoso
Cordas do Sol
Cremilda Medina
Cristina Branco
Dieg
Djosinha
Jenifer Solidade
Jorge Humberto
Karyna Gomes
Longino
Luis Morais
Mendes Brothers
Micael Ramos
Mio Matsuda
Mirri Lobo
Neuza
Nho Balta
Norberto Tavares
Os Tubarões
Paulino Vieira
Pilon
Sara Tavares
Tcheka
Tchiss Lopes
Titina
Tulipa Negra
Val Xalino
Voz de Cabo verde
Cesária Evora
Sara Tavares
Cristina Branco
Cordas do Sol
Coladera
Karyna Gomes
Mirri Lobo
Os Tubarões
Luis Morais
Ana Firmino
Assol Garcia
Voz de Cabo verde
Mendes Brothers
Neuza
Tcheka
Cremilda Medina
Batchart
Jenifer Solidade
Mio Matsuda
Titina
Tulipa Negra
Tchiss Lopes
Val Xalino
Pilon
Dieg
Paulino Vieira
Jorge Humberto
Chico Serra
Norberto Tavares
Djosinha
Constantino Cardoso
Longino
Nho Balta
Blyk Tchutchi
Micael Ramos