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Nelson Freitas
International HeadlinerAfrobeats

Nelson Freitas

A major voice in contemporary Lusophone music, with two decades of sold-out tours between Lisbon, Praia, Rotterdam, and Paris.

Key selling points

Lusophonelegend

One of the most recognized voices in Lusophone music, with two decades of career and millions of streams.

Multi-platinumartist

Over 400 million accumulated streams on digital platforms and several gold and platinum awards.

Global soundand identity

Crosses Kizomba, R&B, and Afrobeats, maintaining its own identity and a strong connection to its Cape Verdean roots.

Hits that markedgenerations

Miúda Linda, Bo Tem Mel, Break of Dawn, or Hero are sung by crowds at his concerts.

Profile

Nelson Freitas is an indispensable and versatile artist, whose music has left a memorable mark on the global musical landscape. With a career spanning many years, he has consistently demonstrated his ability to fuse various musical influences, resulting in a distinct sound that resonates with audiences worldwide.

With roots deeply embedded in his Cape Verdean heritage, the singer, songwriter, and producer brings extensive experience in the music industry, venturing into the exploration of different musical genres ranging from Zouk to R&B, from Kizomba to Hip Hop.

Nelson Freitas has already achieved six successful albums, including “Sempre Verão” and the Platinum-certified “D'Pos de Quarentena” (with over 60 million streams).

His highly anticipated return came with the release of the single “Hero,” which marked the first taste of his original album “Black Butterfly.” Produced by hitmaker Blaisebeatz (Chris Brown, Davido, Rema, Wizkid, CKay) and co-written with Daecolm Holland (Rihanna, Chris Brown, Adenkunle Gold), "Hero" surpassed 23 million views in less than 3 weeks.

“Black Butterfly,” announced as an album representing a natural evolution in the search to discover the sounds that define him, Nelson assembled a team with some of the most prominent producers and songwriters from the Afrobeats scene for his new work, always maintaining the identity that characterizes him so much.

Nelson Freitas's music transcends borders and languages, serving as a testament to music's power to unite and uplift people worldwide. Whether through his hit singles, captivating live performances, or philanthropic endeavors, Nelson Freitas continues to be an inescapable figure in the world of music, celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent but also for his positive impact on people. His music invites listeners to embark on a journey of cultural exploration and emotional connection, making him a truly iconic and influential artist in today's diverse musical landscape.

Defining moments
Coliseu dos Recreios, Lisboa
MEO Arena, Lisboa
L'Olympia, Paris
O2 Arena, Londres
Ahoy, Rotterdam
Baía das Gatas, Praia
“He always managed to remain relevant, reinventing himself while maintaining his identity, capturing new generations with transversal hits.”
Rimas e BatidasConcert review

Numbers that matter

Audience concentrated in Portugal, France, Netherlands, Belgium, and Switzerland; strong box office conversion in PALOP communities and European diaspora.

1.2M
Ouvintes mensais
400M+
Streams totais
45
Concertos por ano
18
Países em digressão

Hits with impact

Miuda Linda

2016

85M
Views YouTube
3x
Platina
52M
Streams Spotify

Break of Dawn

2016

43M
Views YouTube
3x
Platina
19M
Streams Spotify

Bo Tem Mel

2013

33M
Views YouTube
26M
Streams Spotify
2x
Platina

On rotation

On stage

Iconic moments