Splash! - Tem Fe - Official May 2026

The central refrain, "Bo ten ki ten fe" (You have to have faith), encourages listeners never to let others discourage them ("Ka bu dexa ningen dizanima-u") and to keep fighting for their goals.

Released as part of the album Nha Terra k'Tchuva , "Tem Fe" (translated as "Have Faith") is a cornerstone of modern Cape Verdean music. The lyrics, primarily in Cape Verdean Creole, focus on maintaining despite life’s hardships and the presence of "falsidade" (falsehood) in the world. Splash! - Tem Fe - Official

The band Splash! consists of several influential Cape Verdean solo artists who collaborated to create a unique pop-hybrid sound: Grace Evora (also provided lyrics) Johnny Ramos (often credited prominently on this track) Danilo Tavares Manu Soares Dina Medina 4. Where to Listen The central refrain, "Bo ten ki ten fe"

Available on the Johnny Ramos Official YouTube Channel . The band Splash

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Splash! is known for blending traditional Cape Verdean rhythms like and Coladeira with contemporary influences such as Zouk , Reggae, and Soul. "Tem Fe" specifically leans into the Kizomba and Zouk styles popular in Portuguese-speaking African countries. Composers: Manu Soares and Nelson Silva. Lyrics: Written by Johnny Ramos and Grace Evora. Arrangement: Manu Soares. 3. Key Personnel (The Group)

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