Fato Consumado is a Brazilian song written and performed by Djavan. It originally appeared in the mid-1970s as a 7-inch single released by Som Livre in 1975, and is associated with Djavan’s early albums from that period. The tune is typically categorized as MPB with Latin and Brazilian pop influences. A later studio version was released on the 2005 album Na Pista, Etc., where it runs about 3 minutes and 39 seconds. Lyrically the song tells a story of a decisive moment in a relationship, with the narrator wanting to see the other in control of reason, then declaring the world a fait accompli and choosing to leave while seeking peace and simplicity. It remains one of Djavan’s notable early works, cherished for its melodic craft and Brazilian rhythms.
