Great taste! A stylish collection of bossa nova perfect for playing in beauty salons [2026]
As a stylish and comfortable background music choice essential for creating a tasteful, refined atmosphere, bossa nova may well be your strongest ally—it instantly sets a sophisticated mood.
Its soothing melodies and graceful rhythms will elevate your clients’ luxurious salon time.
With a perfectly balanced volume that won’t interfere with salon work, you can create a truly high-quality experience.
In this article, we’ve curated a selection of bossa nova–influenced tracks—from current favorites to timeless classics—that stand out as smart BGM choices for hair salons.
Enjoy these gems that will provide the finest moments for both your staff and your clients.
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Good taste! A stylish Bossa Nova playlist perfect for playing in a beauty salon [2026] (21–30)
Chega de SaudadeMoreno Romagnoli
The Japanese title is “Overflowing Thoughts.” This song conveys the idea that we no longer need sorrow and that we should return to our hometown and live happily.
The “saudade” in the title is said to be very close in meaning to what “the blues” is for African Americans.
Although the piece is in a minor key, a highlight may be the section where it shifts into a major key.
Moon Light SerenadeOno Risa
This song was originally part of the Glenn Miller Orchestra’s repertoire and is often performed as a slow swing, but Lisa Ono’s bossa nova version is also popular.
Her gentle voice and the song’s beautiful melody blend with the flowing rhythm of bossa nova to create a wonderful, soothing mood.
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WaveAntonio Carlos Jobim
The title track from Jobim’s album “Wave,” released in October 1967.
Its Portuguese title is “Vou te contar” (meaning “Let me tell you”).
The opening lyrics became a topic of conversation in Japan because, as a misheard phrase, they sound like the Japanese words “ochikonda” (“feeling down”).
However, the lyrics themselves are not about feeling depressed.
TravessiaMilton Nascimento
Composed and sung by Milton Nascimento.
In Brazil, it seems to be classified more as pop than bossa nova, but it’s a song often performed at bossa nova concerts.
The melody is simple, making it easy to get into.
SÁBADO EM COPACABANAMÁRCIA LOPES
When the guitar lays down a classic rhythm, it takes on a bossa nova vibe.
It’s a romantic piece that evokes lovers standing on the Copacabana beach at dusk.
In a hair salon, you might just drift off to sleep.
The melody is gentle and simple, but the guitar fires off a terrifying series of complex chords.
That’s bossa nova for you.
Aguas De MarcoAntonio Carlos Jobim & Elis Regina
Also known by the titles “Sangatsu no Ame” and “Waters of March,” this song is performed as a call-and-response between two voices.
It’s bossa nova that’s perfect for a stylish hair salon—ideal for listening to while you relax.
The version sung by Jobim and Elis Regina is, without a doubt, the best.
DindiJane Monheit
Because the song starts off slowly, you might think it’s a ballad, but once the main melody comes in, a bossa nova backing begins to flow.
It’s a piece by Antônio Carlos Jobim, and it’s a classic that’s often performed not only in bossa nova but also by jazz musicians.