Limão is the opening track of Djavan’s 1994 album Novena. Released on May 16, 1994 by Sony Music, the song appears on an album that marks Djavan’s artistic maturity, as it was produced, arranged, and composed entirely by him with his longtime band. Limão sets the fresh upbeat mood of Novena, which traverses blues, frevo, Northeastern rhythms, and intimate ballads, showcasing Djavan’s versatility. The track is a Portuguese-language pop piece, and its lyrics evoke vivid lemon imagery and sensory detail.
