Regasu

Mayra Andrade's song 'Regasu' is a heartfelt ode to the traditional Cape Verdean music genre known as morna. The lyrics are imbued with a deep sense of nostalgia and longing, capturing the essence of this melancholic and soulful style. The song opens with a reference to a child in a mother's embrace ('Inda mininu na regasu'), symbolizing comfort and safety. This imagery sets the tone for the rest of the song, which explores themes of love, loss, and the emotional power of music.

The repeated invocation of morna throughout the song ('Uvi-b oh morna!') highlights its significance in the singer's life. Morna is not just a genre of music; it is a lifeline, a source of emotional sustenance ('Bo seiva, Invadi-m nha korasom sem limit'). The singer expresses a desire to live within the melody of morna, to drink from its cup ('Bibé um káliss d'bo meludia'), suggesting that the music provides a form of spiritual nourishment and healing.

The lyrics also delve into the dual nature of morna's influence. It is both enchanting and bewitching ('Bo feitiss ta infeitisa-m'), yet it also brings a curse ('Bo prága t'amaldisua-m'). This duality reflects the bittersweet nature of the emotions conveyed through morna, where beauty and pain coexist. Despite the heartache it brings ('Bo séka ta seka-m nha peit'), the singer still longs for morna, indicating a deep, unbreakable bond with this musical tradition. Mayra Andrade's 'Regasu' is a poignant tribute to the enduring power of morna, capturing its ability to evoke profound emotional responses and connect listeners to their cultural roots.