Imagine wandering beneath a sky painted lilac by blooming jacarandá trees, each petal whispering the name of someone you loved and lost. In Ana Moura’s song, those purple blossoms become magical messengers: they keep a departed presence alive, glowing in every sight, sound and sip of limoncello. The singer’s rich, slightly rouca (husky) voice moves between pain and hope as she pictures her loved one in every corner of Lisbon’s night, promising, “Se tu quiseres eu vou” – If you want me to, I will go.
Through playful images of a red suit, a sparkling cane and a ping-pong game of memories, the track celebrates the stubborn way love refuses to fade. It is a tender invitation to follow the rhythm of remembrance, letting music turn grief into a dance of longing, courage and color under the jacarandá trees.
Ana Moura is a celebrated Portuguese fado singer born in Santarém, Portugal, in 1979. Known for her hauntingly beautiful voice, she has been a prominent figure in modern fado since her debut album Guarda-me a Vida na Mão in 2003. Ana quickly rose to international acclaim, becoming the youngest fado artist nominated for a Dutch Edison Award.
Her 2012 album Desfado, produced by Larry Klein, marked a high point in her career, topping charts and earning 6× Platinum status in Portugal. Ana Moura’s music blends traditional fado with contemporary influences, captivating audiences worldwide with songs full of deep emotion and rich storytelling. She has collaborated with notable artists including Mick Jagger and Omara Portuondo, further extending her global reach.
With a career spanning over two decades, Ana Moura remains a powerful voice in Portuguese music, continuing to enchant new generations with her passionate interpretations of fado.