He charmed the masses back in March when he took the stage at Festival da Canção with his emotional ballad “Amar pelos dois”.
And while Portugal’s Salvador Sobral may not be hitting the pre-parties like the other artists, he’s definitely still singing his Eurovision entry and charming audiences in his own way and on his own terms.
On Wednesday, Portugal’s sweetheart took us to Andalusia with a flamenco version of his entry, performed at a piano and presumably filmed on a smartphone. Olé, qué arte!
Now, that’s how you slay the stereotypes.
Our guy knows Spanish music very well indeed, as he lived in Barcelona as a child, so has flawless Spanish and an ear for that Iberian sound.
I may not be the biggest fan of flamenco, but he could totally pass as a professional flamenco artist with this one as he nails the style and sound, managing to retain the essence of his Portuguese-language gem while performing it in a totally new guise.
Get him a guitar and a cajón and he’s ready for Feria de Abril, mi arma.
Salvador Sobral: “Amar pelos dois” interview
Salvador may not have travelled abroad to promote his entry yet, but in the clip he announces that he will be in Spain next week. Say yay yay yay!
We had the chance to speak with him some weeks ago during his song presentation to OGAE Portugal. At the time he told our Bernardo that he’s not really a party animal, but mentioned that he has now toured all over the country. And where Salvador goes the party follows!
Riding a wave of popularity following his win at Festival da Cancao, he has concerts scheduled until April 30 — just nine days before he sings in the first half of Semi-Final 1.
Salvador Sobral “Amar pelos dois” live in Lisbon
How much do you like this version of “Amar pelos dois”? Should Salvador give it a go at Eurovision? Do you see a future for him as a flamenco singer?
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check out this amazing bossa nova version
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJoqhpvRyaI
This guy is freaking hilarious !! ahahah He’s representing Portugal AND all the crazy people out there (me included :P)
this version was good, if only his own version had the same amount of passion and emotion, i find this such a lifeless and dull song, i fall asleep listening to this most of the times lol
and yet i do love ballads, but for me i want character, depth, passion and emotion, and not just a dull song with music similar to Judy Garland or Andy Williams
I also dreamed that Wiwi team with 2018 artists record short fun films in the Parque das Nações near Meo Arena and on Norwegian Cruise Liner stop at Lisbon.
https://youtu.be/Fcp4IRhtKks
OMG Yesterday I dreamed that wiwi team was interviewing some of Esc2018 artist on the Telecabine Lisbon near MEO arena in Parque das Nações .its look so amazing
https://youtu.be/Xgi_dTKKGf4
I looove him! He’s so adorable! 🙂
@Hi // ESC Jury’s favorite music tastes change Every year. Maybe this year they like Classic Timeless music to win .who knows
I absolutely love that song and his voice. I am about to say a sacrilege but why don’t try a version in English… just to see how it would sound like…
Awww he’s so cute. I loved it. Lo amo.
He might just sick, but you will never hear a word from him about it, since that is not what defines him. Just leave him be and stop broaching that subject. You will make him fill much better, trust me.
This honestly made me laugh. The guy has a really good grasp on how to imitate Flamenco singers, and the song worked in Spanish. He’s one of my two favorites this year
I just think that the reason he looks sickly is because the tweed jacket’s too big for him
I am not a big fan of the flamenco version but the video above of the one he did in Lisbon where he plays the trumpet is my “go to” version. I love his creativity. Go Portugal!!
Y canta en español el amar por los dos. Pensaba que iba a sonar malo pero suena bastante bien la traducción (literal).
Espero q Portugal clasifique!!!
This superb artist never fails to impress me. Most of the puppets that are participating this year should pay attention to Salvador. A tremendous entry from Portugal!
Judging his song is one thing but to judge him for the way he looks or performs is another thing!!! I am one of those people who absolutely hates this song but he seems like a kind person in general. Hope he doesn’t listen to the haters though. BE STRONG SALVADOR!!!
Actually, she should just sing with him. She did that after the national win, and the song made much more sense to me. They are siblings, so finding a way to have them together without suggesting they are a couple will make it so much more interesting! Give this a new narrative, Portugal. Muito obrigado!
If you enjoy this song just watch this video music for this song! https://youtu.be/6tuNtjfiKAU
I didn’t think It could be even worse, but seems like I was naive. XD
EuroviZion hahahaha
Por favor, pero que adorable es este hombre! Siempre que lo veo me dan ganas de abrazarlo.
I’m amazed by Salvador Sobral, but I don’t think this should be “news”. He just played this way for fun, like every artist does once in a while, played with the melody, tried a different style. It’s not that big of a deal to turn this into news.
i love flamenco, is very Portuguese
Incredible! What a great artist!
He looks like ill. for healthy conditions He’s O.K ?
Im from Spain. I dont like the flamenco but i love his song and i love Salvador. That version is amazing!! Salvador should win
@EL, that’s what also distracts me.
Well, I can close my eyes and enjoy song that way when I’ll be again confused by some unexpected facial expressions. -just joking- Looks like this may be main zest, but I still hope not the only one.
Thanks Wiwibloggs! A big kiss for the haters, we love you as well <3
Pathetic, it’s like he is doing an humour performance
And we don’t speak like that, not even in Andalucia where they have their own accent.
He looks like… drugs effect or drunk.
Its a very old song. It never ever gonna win. And he looks dirty
He seems to be a great guy and his song is alright. But he gives me a “special needs person” vibe. I think he’s overdoing his stage performances. Again, don’t hate me for my honest opinion. I guess, there’s nothing wrong with the man. Probably it’s me not understanding the lyrics and thinking he looks kinda mad on stage.
And the point of this article is…?
Boa sorte, Portugal!!
I live in Spain, I don’t like “Flamenco”.. but this song is just amazing in every way.
Salvador is one of the strongest performers on stage this year. He connects with the audience and he might be the only one who can defeat Francesco with his emotion and uniqueness 🙂