Natalia Lafourcade’s “Vámonos Negrito” feels like a warm invitation to wander hand in hand down a rural Mexican path, soaking up every scent, color, and sound along the way. Addressing her negrito—a tender nickname for a loved one—she promises stories that flutter out "like doves," letting the listener taste the joy in the air, the wistful hush of the waves, and the hope she stores in her homeland’s bright eyes. Each step of the walk reveals another postcard of Mexico: laughing sand, watchful moonlight, mountains guarding hidden treasures, and music that carries her very life.
Beneath the vivid nature imagery lies a budding love that flows "like a river" and blossoms "like a field in spring." The song blends romantic closeness with cultural pride, showing that sharing a place is also sharing a heart. By the end, the gentle refrain—"Vamos vámonos negrito"—becomes both a celebration of Mexico’s beauty and an embrace of whatever adventures love, music, and the open trail may bring.
Natalia Lafourcade is a celebrated Mexican singer-songwriter and musician born in Mexico City in 1984. Known for her lyrical soprano voice, she masterfully blends genres such as pop rock, Latin folk, bossa nova, and jazz. Since her 2002 debut, Natalia has become one of Latin America's most influential artists, earning 18 Latin Grammy Awards and four Grammy Awards among other honors.
Raised in the artistic town of Coatepec, Veracruz, Natalia was surrounded by music from an early age, inspired by both Mexican legends and international icons like Fiona Apple and Björk. Her rich discography showcases heartfelt songwriting and innovative production, with notable albums including Mujer Divina, a tribute to Agustín Lara, and Hasta la Raíz, which garnered critical acclaim for its emotional depth and musical sophistication.