Minha Namorada is a classic bossa nova song written in 1960 by Vinícius de Moraes and Carlos Lyra. The lyric frames a sweet yet serious proposal, as a man asks his beloved to be his girlfriend and then the lifelong partner, promising devotion, shared secrets, and support. The first release was performed by Sylvia Telles in 1964, with Os Cariocas also releasing a version that same year; the tune has since appeared on numerous albums and become a standard of the genre. The song sits firmly in the bossa nova and samba traditions, featuring intimate vocal delivery and melodic guitar lines typical of 1960s Brazilian music. It remains a popular choice for romantic occasions, including weddings and proposals, and has been covered by many artists over the decades.
