Thank you for viewing! As this is a used item, only a simple check has been performed. Please inquire about bundled purchases. #koyoshop999 Product Description One could say it's due to her Bossa Nova background, but Nelly has soul. By infusing her Portuguese heritage into the unfamiliar genre of trip-hop, Nelly Furtado has created a hypnotic form of R&B/alt-pop. It sounds like Portishead's songs with Fiona Apple, Macy Gray, and Gwen Stefani all pouring in at once. Furtado, who had already performed at Lilith Fair four times before signing with a record label, seems to have gained momentum after turning 21. If you listen closely, you can hear the traditions of Portuguese Fado, Brazilian beats, and urban, witty rhymes. The muses of song bring a feast on a platter. If you put your ear close to the speaker, you'll realize this is the music of a young woman with a multicultural background. Having grown up nourished by all kinds of pop music, she has finally found her own identity. If you're the type who wants to sing along when you hear a soaring voice—or if you're the type who wants to support a rising artist before they become a superstar—this is a must-have album.