Nay Porttela is a Brazilian singer and songwriter from Goiânia, a small city near the capital Brasilia in central Brazil. She has released four albums, showcasing her unique voice blended with piano, synthesizers, and Brazilian rhythms such as pagode, reggae maranhense, bossa nova and arrocha. She has collaborated with both national and international artists, including Nilze Carvalho and French artist REB. Through her music, Nay explores cultural diversity, fusing various rhythms and genres. Her songs often address modern themes such as toxic relationships, empathy on social media, and the importance of rest. She also views music as a deeply aesthetic and communicative form, complementing her sound with visual artistry that reflects her background in fashion.
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"Bahia Com H" (Bahia with an ‘H’) is a popular Brazilian song written in the 1940s by Denis Brean. It celebrates the cultural and scenic richness of the state of Bahia. “I am the friend who happily returns to your open arms, Bahia / I am a poet and don’t want to stay away from your magic / Let me see / Your mansions, churches, your saints, hills / And mountains just like a postcard.”
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