Veracruz is Natalia Lafourcade’s vibrant love letter to her coastal birthplace, a region where rhythm and sea breeze dance together. From the very first line she portrays herself as a free-spirited wanderer, born with the silver moon and a pirate soul, forever carrying the lively pulse of son jarocho in her veins even after sailing far from home.
With each chorus the imagery swells like rolling waves, painting Veracruz as a tiny corner embraced by the ocean, where nights shower down stars, palm trees sway, and music eases both joy and sorrow. Pride and longing intertwine, showing a land that knows how to suffer and sing all at once. By the final notes the promise is unmistakable: no matter how distant her journey, the pull of those shimmering beaches will guide her back to the place that still vibrates inside her soul.
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.