Cape Verdean singer-songwriter Maura Delgado unveils her soul-stirring new single, ‘Away’, a record that beautifully captures the emotional tension between longing and liberation. Rooted in Afro-Lusophone rhythms and layered with the smooth textures of R&B and Neo-Soul, the song unfolds as a gentle yet powerful meditation on self-discovery, distance, and desire.
Written and recorded between Boston (USA) and Praia (Cape Verde), ‘Away’ reflects Maura’s Diasporic identity and emotional depth, an invitation into her world where vulnerability meets quiet strength. Her vocal performance is intimate and expressive, floating effortlessly between fragility and power. Subtle harmonies, soft percussion,
and airy synths evoke the rhythm of the ocean, a recurring motif in Maura’s artistry and a nod to her island roots.
Lyrically, ‘Away’ explores both physical and emotional separation, tracing the bittersweet act of stepping back to rediscover oneself. Maura’s poetic lyricism and fluid melodies carry listeners through waves of reflection, painting vivid imagery of love, loss, and renewal.
As Afro-Diaspora genres continue to shape the global soundscape, ‘Away’ positions Maura Delgado among a new generation of Lusophone artists redefining modern Soul. Her ability to fuse cultural heritage with contemporary storytelling marks her as one of the most compelling emerging voices from the African Diaspora, an artist whose music feels as timeless as it is forward-looking.
