Avenida Marginal
Cesária Évora Lyrics


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N'avenida marginal
Num luar di madrugada
Ums ta brinca no sota
Ot's ta brinca mae ma pai

Oi c'sabura ta brinca na mei di crioula
Num silencio di madrugada
Ta ouvi mar squebra na areia

V'nida marginal é k'ta na moda
V'nida marginal é k'ta morrê pêxe

Ô djack




Bêm ness calor di madrugada
Bêm ness calor nô ta passá sabe

Overall Meaning

Cesária Évora's song Avenida Marginal seems to be a reflection on the nightlife of the marginal avenue where people from all walks of life come together to socialize and have fun. The song paints a picture of a place buzzing with activity, especially in the early morning hours, where some people are playing games under the shade while others are playing with their parents. The singer goes on to talk about the parties that take place on the avenue, which are popular and always full of life. It seems like those who attend the parties come not only to have a good time but also to connect with others.


The song seems to romanticize the experience of being on the Avenida Marginal, depicting it as a place where people gather to escape from the mundanity of everyday life. The silence at midnight is only broken by the sound of the waves and the laughter of people playing games. The Avenida Marginal is not only popular for its nightlife but also for its seafood. It's a place where one can find the freshest catch of the day.


Overall, Avenida Marginal is a beautiful and nostalgic tribute to the people, culture, and nightlife in Cesária Évora's hometown. The lyrics depict a vibrant and colorful community that comes together to have fun and socialize with one another.


Line by Line Meaning

N'avenida marginal
On the seaside avenue


Num luar di madrugada
In the moonlight of dawn


Ums ta brinca no sota
Some are playing below


Ot's ta brinca mae ma pai
Others are playing with their mom and dad


Oi c'sabura ta brinca na mei di crioula
The boys from Cabora are playing amidst Creole girls


Num silencio di madrugada
In the silence of the dawn


Ta ouvi mar squebra na areia
You hear the sea breaking on the sand


V'nida marginal é k'ta na moda
The seaside avenue is in style


V'nida marginal é k'ta morrê pêxe
The seaside avenue is where fish die


Ô djack
Hey, buddy


Bêm ness calor di madrugada
Come in this heat of dawn


Bêm ness calor nô ta passá sabe
Come and let's have fun together




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Comments from YouTube:

M. L.L.

Bravo cesaria!

Armegaz2

Amazing Cesaria!  Love your music! We miss you. 

EkotiYaNzube

Obrigada mãe!!!!

Mabel Charlotte Schilfrohr

silky voice! THE BEST

Reemo is here

Awesome...

Francis Olisa

Eu te Saudade… Cize Mae carinhosa