Lura, born Maria de Lurdes Assunção Pina on July 31, 1975, in Lisbon, Portugal, is a distinguished singer and musician known for her significant contributions to the Cape Verdean music scene. Despite being born in Portugal, Lura's roots are deeply embedded in Cape Verde, as her parents hail from the island of Santiago, one of the archipelago's most culturally rich islands. This dual heritage has profoundly influenced her music, allowing her to blend traditional Cape Verdean rhythms and styles with a contemporary flair.