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.
Listen to ‘
Away’ everywhere now.
ABOUT MAURAMaura Delgado is a Cape Verdean singer and songwriter whose sound blends R&B and Soul into a rich expression of identity, emotion, and cultural pride.
Based in Boston, Massachusetts, her artistry bridges continents, rooted in Cape Verdean tradition while resonating deeply within the global Afro-Diasporic soundscape. As a member of the creative collective, ISLNDZ Sounds, Maura has developed a distinctive style that merges authenticity with contemporary elegance. Her growing discography includes standout singles such as ‘Cego’ (2023), ‘Momento’ (2024), and ‘11:11’ (2025), each release expanding her footprint across the alt-R&B and Afro-Soul scenes. She has also collaborated with artists like TonyMedina and Queency Barbosa on tracks such as ‘100Travon’ and ‘Mi Djan Kre’, showcasing her ability to traverse languages, genres, and emotions with fluid artistry.
Beyond her music, Maura’s presence extends across digital platforms. Her Instagram page offers an intimate glimpse into her creative process featuring studio sessions, cultural reflections, and updates on upcoming releases while her Spotify artist page continues to attract a growing international listenership.
As Afrobeats and Afro-Diasporic genres continue to shape global music conversations, Maura Delgado stands at the forefront of a new wave of Lusophone (Portuguese-speaking) talent redefining what it means to be an African artist on the world stage. Blending soulful storytelling with rhythmic innovation, she embodies the richness of Afro-Portuguese music and the boundless creativity of the continent’s next generation of female voices.
At just the start of her journey, Maura has already made history as one of the youngest Cape Verdean artists to perform across four continents; with standout performances in the USA and Cape Verde (2022–present), Spain (August 2024), South Korea (October 2025), and Morocco (November 2025). Her growing international presence reflects both her global appeal and her mission to carry Cape Verdean soul to audiences around the world.
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