Hora De Compartir paints a cozy, almost cinematic morning scene in a Mexican neighborhood: a man hesitates behind an invisible line, the corner café charges by the hour, insects hover near the stove, and a vintage-filled house sits at the end of the block. Natalia Lafourcade strings these ordinary snapshots together so we can taste the carrot juice, hear the refrigerator hum, and feel that stubborn morning chill that only a warm kitchen can chase away.
Beneath the domestic details lies an invitation. When the chorus declares "Es hora de compartir el almuerzo"—“It’s time to share lunch”—the song urges us to pause, breathe, and connect with the people around us. The ever-present “line” hints at personal limits and social barriers we carry everywhere. By deciding whether to cross it, we choose between isolation and community. In just a few breezy minutes, Lafourcade reminds us that life heats up when we gather, break bread, skip stones, and dare to step over those unseen lines together.
Natalia Lafourcade is a celebrated Mexican singer-songwriter and musician born in Mexico City in 1984. Known for her lyrical soprano voice, she masterfully blends genres such as pop rock, Latin folk, bossa nova, and jazz. Since her 2002 debut, Natalia has become one of Latin America's most influential artists, earning 18 Latin Grammy Awards and four Grammy Awards among other honors.
Raised in the artistic town of Coatepec, Veracruz, Natalia was surrounded by music from an early age, inspired by both Mexican legends and international icons like Fiona Apple and Björk. Her rich discography showcases heartfelt songwriting and innovative production, with notable albums including Mujer Divina, a tribute to Agustín Lara, and Hasta la Raíz, which garnered critical acclaim for its emotional depth and musical sophistication.