Soraia Ramos sings a vibrant anthem celebrating Cape Verde, her homeland. The song, written by Mito Kaskas, Nellson Klasszik, RJ, and Soraia Ramos, highlights the culture, music, and people of Cape Verde. It contrasts the universal ‘I love you’ with the intimate Cape Verdean phrase ‘ncreu tcheu’.
Released: June 17, 2023
Nha Terra
Soraia Ramos
Nha Terra Lyrics Translation – Soraia Ramos
Soraia Ramos describes the unique flavors and sounds of Cape Verde, from the taste of ‘catchupa’ to the rhythm of the ‘ferrinho’. She sings about the pride of her people and the beauty of her land, inviting listeners to experience it for themselves.
Odja Undi Nu Anda Odja Undi Nu AndaLook where we’ve gone, look where we’ve gone.
Caboverdiano Spadjado Na Mundo Pa Tudo BandaCape Verdeans are scattered across the world in every direction.
Odja Undi Nu Anda Odja Undi Nu AndaLook where we’ve gone, look where we’ve gone.
Aqui Dizemos Eu Amo-teHere we say, “I love you.”
Mas La Na Nha Terra Ta Flado Ncreu TcheuBut back in my land, we say ‘ncreu tcheu’ ‘I love you very much’.
Fica Comigo Nta Lebau Conxi HummStay with me, I’ll take you to see it for yourself.
Aquele Sabor Gostoso Da Nossa CatchupaThat delicious taste of our ‘catchupa’ ‘traditional slow-cooked stew’,
Sima Nha Terra Nha Guenti Ca Tem Igual Ca TemLike my land and my people, there’s no equal.
Sima Nha Terra Nha Guenti Ca Tem Igual Ca TemThere’s no place like my land, and no people like my own.
Sima Nha Terra Nha Guenti Ca Tem Igual (Nao Nao Ha)There’s no place like my land, and no people like my own (no, there isn’t).
Sima Nha Terra Nha Guenti Ca Tem IgualThere’s no place like my land, and no people like my own.
Odja Undi Nu Anda Odja Undi Nu AndaLook where we’ve gone, look where we’ve gone.
Caboverdiano Spadjado Na Mundo Pa Tudo BandaCape Verdeans are scattered across the world in every direction.
Odja Undi Nu Anda Odja Undi AndaLook where we’ve gone, look where we’ve gone.
Voz Di Cesaria Spadjado Na Mundo Pa Tudo BandaCesaria’s voice has spread across the world in every direction.
Odja Undi Nu Anda Odja Undi Nu AndaLook where we’ve gone, look where we’ve gone.
Nta Inxinau Toca Ferrinho Kitiki Kitiki Kiti Kitiki Kitiki KitiI’ll teach you to play the ‘ferrinho’ ‘metal percussion instrument’.
Si Bu Cre Tambe Nta Tocau Kel TamborinhoIf you’d like, I’ll also play that ‘tamborinho’ ‘little drum’ for you.
Kutuku Kutuku Kutu Kutuku Kutuku Kutu Tudo Amor Ki Nten Pa BoKutuku kutuku… with all the love that I have for you.
Sima Nha Terra Nha Guenti Ca Tem Igual Ca TemLike my land and my people, there’s no equal.
Sima Nha Terra Nha Guenti Ca Tem Igual Ca TemThere’s no place like my land, and no people like my own.
Sima Nha Terra Nha Guenti Ca Tem Igual (Nao Nao Ha)There’s no place like my land, and no people like my own (no, there isn’t).
Sima Nha Terra Nha Guenti Ca Tem IgualThere’s no place like my land, and no people like my own.
Odja Undi Nu Anda Odja Undi Nu AndaLook where we’ve gone, look where we’ve gone.
Caboverdiano Spadjado Na Mundo Pa Tudo BandaCape Verdeans are scattered across the world in every direction.
Odja Undi Nu Anda Odja Undi AndaLook where we’ve gone, look where we’ve gone.
Voz Di Cesaria Spadjado Na Mundo Pa Tudo BandaCesaria’s voice has spread across the world in every direction.
Odja Undi Nu Anda Odja Undi Nu AndaLook where we’ve gone, look where we’ve gone.
Caboverdiano Spadjado Na Mundo Pa Tudo BandaCape Verdeans are scattered across the world in every direction.
Nada Ka KeixaThere’s nothing to complain about.
Nta Tchoma Lala Pa Fazu Um CuscuzI’ll call Lala to make some ‘cuscuz’ ‘steamed cornmeal cake’.
Nada Ka KeixaNo reason to complain at all.
Nta Pila Pilon Nta Tentei BaleiI’ll pound the ‘pilon’ ‘mortar’ and try the ‘balei’ ‘winnowing basket’.
Nada Ka KeixaEverything’s just fine.
Djan Bai Sao Antao Pa Toma PinguinhoI’ve gone to Santo Antao to have a ‘pinguinho’ ‘a drop of local spirits’.
Nada Ka KeixaNot a single complaint.
Curti Sao Vicente Carnaval Na MindingaEnjoyed Sao Vicente’s Carnival in the ‘Mandinga’ ‘warrior-style parade group’.
Nada Ka KeixaLife is good.
Guine Ku Cabo Verde E Kel Um So Ku Cabo Verde E Kel Um SoGuinea and Cape Verde are just one,
Dos Corpo E Um CoracaoTwo bodies and one heart.
Guine-Bissau Ku Cabo Verde E Kel Um So Ku Cabo-verde E Kel Um SoGuinea-Bissau and Cape Verde are just one,
Dos Corpo E Um CoracaoTwo bodies and one heart.
Caboverdiano Spadjado Na Mundo Pa Tudo BandaCape Verdeans are scattered across the world in every direction.
Voz Di Cesaria Spadjado Na Mundo Pa Tudo BandaCesaria’s voice has spread across the world in every direction.
Nada Ka KeixaNothing to complain about.
Ah SomadaAh, Assomada ‘a city in Santiago island’.
Nada Ka KeixaNo complaints here.
Nada Ka KeixaEverything is alright.
Nada Ka KeixaThere’s nothing to complain about.
Nha Terra Music Video
The Nha Terra lyrics meaning showcases a deep love for home and heritage. It mentions the global influence of Cesária Évora’s voice and the unity of Cape Verdeans worldwide.