The Knocks - Brazilian Soul (feat. Sofi Tukker) [acoustic Bossa Version] <2026 Update>

This smooth acoustic version of "" strips away the electronic layers of the original to reveal a warm, intimate homage to 1970s bossa nova. Originally released in 2018 as part of the Butter album project, this collaboration between The Knocks and Sofi Tukker celebrates a deep, personal connection to Brazilian culture. Behind the Sound

: Live guitar, percussion, and an upright bass. This smooth acoustic version of "" strips away

: Sophie Hawley-Weld’s clean Portuguese vocals take center stage, reflecting her background studying the language and living in Rio de Janeiro. The Meaning: A Love Letter to Brazil : Sophie Hawley-Weld’s clean Portuguese vocals take center

: Listeners are transported to "the praia (beach) in the sun" and "the forró in the night," evoking a sense of eternal summer. Recorded on a sunny day in Los Angeles,

: The use of a cuíca , a Brazilian friction drum, adds an unmistakable rhythmic texture.

Recorded on a sunny day in Los Angeles, the track features live instrumentation to ensure it stayed true to the region's authentic sound. The production includes: