Elida Almeida: The new face of Cape Verdean music
Elida Almeida is a Cape Verdean singer-songwriter known for her captivating voice and fusion of traditional Cape Verdean music styles with contemporary influences.
She was born on December 30, 1992 in Cape Verde, a country well known for its rich musical heritage.
Her career began to gain prominence after winning the annual “Voice of Hope” talent contest in Cape Verde in 2011. This award gave him the opportunity to record his first album, entitled “Ora doci Ora margos”, released in 2014. The album received critical and public acclaim, consolidating Almeida as a promising new voice in Cape Verdean music.
And in 2015, Almeida rose to prominence by winning the prestigious Cabo Verde Music Award for his debut album in the Best Morna category.
This recognition boosted her career even further, leading to international tours and invitations to perform at festivals around the world.
His music often incorporates elements of morna, a traditional genre of Cape Verdean music known for its melancholic melodies and poetic lyrics, as well as funaná, coladeira and batuque.
His music reflects the diverse cultural influences of Cape Verde, mixing African rhythms with elements of jazz, funk and pop.
Her second album, “Kebrada”, released in 2017, further expanded her fan base and received critical acclaim.
Almeida has continued to release new music and albums, including “Gerasonobu” (2020), which demonstrates his ability to reinvent himself and explore new sounds, while keeping his cultural roots intact.
Almeida’s songs often explore themes such as love, identity and social issues, resonating with audiences both in Cape Verde and internationally.
With a mix of traditional Cape Verdean styles and contemporary influences, Elida Almeida’s work is known for its emotional power, powerful voice and sincere lyrics. And this has established her as one of the main voices in Cape Verdean music today, after Cesária Évora.
In addition to her music, Elida Almeida is also known for her defense of women’s rights and for addressing social issues in her lyrics.
Her authenticity, vocal talent and commitment to her art have made her one of Cape Verde’s most respected and influential artists today.
