Negra Li on "Olha o Menino 2.0": Revisiting the Past, Embracing the Present

Negra Li and Djonga's "Olha o Menino 2.0": A Conversation on Revisiting a Classic Brazilian artist Negra Li recently released a new version of her hit song "Olha o Menino," this time featuring the popular rapper Djonga. In an exclusive interview with MTV Brasil, Li discussed the collaboration and the creative choices behind the reimagining of this classic track. "We were in the studio, and I wanted to start with a beat that felt like the army of rap," Li explained, describing the initial creative direction. "Then my creative director said, 'Let's talk about the reality that still exists 20 years later, the same reality the boy lives in. What happened to the boy?' That's how we decided to tell the story." The collaboration with Djonga was a natural choice. "Djonga was the first name that came to mind," Li revealed. "But first, I had to make sure Djonga was still a 'boy' when "Olha o Menino" was written in 2004." A quick Google search confirmed Djonga was indeed a young man when the song was originally created, making the collaboration even more fitting. The new version of "Olha o Menino" promises to resonate with fans both old and new, offering a fresh perspective on a timeless track. The interview with Negra Li provides a captivating behind-the-scenes look at the creative process and showcases the artist's dedication to her craft.