Ultra Sodade dives head-first into that bittersweet feeling the Portuguese call saudade — a longing so intense it aches, yet feels oddly comforting. Kevin Kaarl and NSQK turn it up to the max, describing how every step away from the past only tightens its grip on their hearts. They plead for understanding, insisting that if we could glimpse the storm of memories they carry, we would see why change feels impossible. The refrain in Portuguese, “Sodade dessa minha terra São Nicolau,” nods to Cape Verdean folk songs and widens the nostalgia to include missing a homeland, a time, and even a version of oneself that no longer exists.
Instead of offering easy closure, the track paints longing as a restless companion. Dreams happen awake, the present feels out of reach, and the future stays uncertain. Yet the song’s hypnotic beat and lush harmonies make this heavy emotion strangely uplifting, inviting listeners to embrace their own ultra-sized nostalgia and dance with it for a while.
Kevin Kaarl (born Kevin Eduardo Hernández Carlos on May 15, 2000, in Meoqui, Chihuahua, Mexico) is a renowned Mexican folk singer and composer known for his heartfelt lyrics and melodic indie folk sound. He gained widespread attention with his 2018 debut single "Amor viejo," but it was the viral hit "Vámonos a marte" that propelled him to international fame, amassing over 100 million streams on platforms like Spotify.
Combining influences from norteño, classical, and rock music, Kevin's work seamlessly blends folk and indie pop, sung mainly in Spanish with occasional English tracks. His albums Hasta el fin del mundo (2019) and París, Texas (2022) showcase his evolving artistry and storytelling. Beyond music, Kevin uses his platform to raise social awareness, notably supporting victims of femicide through his powerful single "Es que yo te quiero a ti." With performances across the Americas and Europe, Kevin Kaarl continues to enchant audiences with his emotive voice and sincere songwriting.