Watch the official music video for 'menina solta' to see the beach-inspired visuals that helped make the song a summer anthem: menina solta Giulia Be - Topic YouTube• May 14, 2020 English Version | Starry Night | Vogue Portugal

Released in August 2019, served as the breakout hit for Brazilian singer-songwriter Giulia Be , catapulting her from a promising newcomer to a Top 50 Spotify Brazil artist. The song is more than just a catchy pop tune; it’s a playful subversion of traditional romantic tropes that resonated deeply with a generation embracing independence. The Origin: A Beachside "Joke"

The lyrics describe a boy who is deeply in love and a girl who is "plena" (fully herself and unbothered). While he is sleeping, she is at the beach being called a "sereia" (mermaid) by others, or at home choosing exactly who she wants to be with.

The track wasn't initially intended to be a single. It was written "half by accident" during a weekend at the beach with friends. Giulia began composing it as a joke to tell the story of one of her friends, but the melody and lyrics were so infectious that her friends and even strangers nearby were singing the chorus by that same evening. After posting an acoustic snippet on Instagram, the overwhelming fan response led her to record and release it officially. Lyrical Breakdown: Flipping the Script