“Que Te Vaya Bonito, Nicolás” is a heartfelt farewell wrapped in vivid Latin American imagery. Natalia Lafourcade sings to Nicolás as if he were a beloved friend setting off on an eternal flight. Birds circle in joyful dances, rivers burst into song, and Pachamama—Mother Earth—joins the celebration, guiding his soul toward a place of peace. Instead of clinging to sorrow, the chorus asks the wind, waves, and storms to carry away pain, turning grief into a vibrant fiesta of life. Those who remain promise to keep working the land and nurturing the love Nicolás once planted, so his spirit keeps blooming among them.
The song is at once a lullaby and a festive send-off. It comforts Nicolás, urging him not to fear the crossing, while empowering the living to honor his memory through music, nature, and continued growth. Lafourcade’s message is clear: every goodbye can also be a beautiful beginning, carried by wind, water, and star-lit skies.
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.