Perfect for café BGM! A stylish roundup of classic bossa nova songs [2026]
Have you ever found yourself tuning in to the pleasant music playing in a stylish café? It doesn’t get in the way of conversation, yet it elevates the atmosphere.
That magical effect is exactly what classic bossa nova songs deliver.
With their relaxed rhythms and melodies, and sounds that evoke the warm Brazilian sunshine, they’re perfect as café background music.
In this feature, we’ll introduce bossa nova tracks that are ideal for café BGM—from timeless classics actually used in chic cafés to the latest notable songs influenced by bossa nova, as well as soothing pieces that bring calm.
Whether you want to lift your mood or unwind at a leisurely pace, feel free to use this as a reference.
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Perfect BGM for cafés! A stylish roundup of classic bossa nova songs [2026] (21–30)
August Day SongBebel Gilberto
This is a bossa nova classic from the 2000s by Bebel Gilberto, the biological daughter of João Gilberto, who is often called the god of bossa nova.
She’s an amazing singer too, and her cool, breezy vocal style is so pleasant.
I highly recommend this track to anyone who’s grown tired of traditional bossa nova.
Eu Sei Que Vou te AmarAna Carolina
Among the standard bossa nova classics, this song is often called the greatest love song.
Many artists have performed it, but in the 2000s Brazilian music scene, the version by the renowned singer-songwriter Ana Carolina is also popular!
Samba em PrelúdioEsperanza Spalding
A standard bossa nova number composed by the famous Brazilian guitarist Baden Powell.
In a cover by bassist-singer Esperanza Spalding, whose roots are in American jazz, her vocal lines intertwine exquisitely with the singing bass, creating a wonderful flavor.
Samba Do AviãoTrio Esperança
“Samba Do Avião” by Trio Esperança, a Brazilian trio of sisters, features such beautiful harmonies and is absolutely wonderful.
With harmonies this gorgeous, anyone would surely be captivated by their rendition of this bossa nova song!
Minha namoradaSYLVIA TELLES
A song by Brazilian artist Sylvia Telles that sings of the poignant feelings of autumn love.
The imagery of fallen leaves drifting by the window and memories of the summer gone by is especially striking.
Interwoven with French lyrics, it exudes a sophisticated atmosphere.
Active in the 1960s, Telles is known as a singer who supported the dawn of bossa nova.
This track was included on a compilation album released in January 2005.
It’s a perfect recommendation for café owners looking to create a relaxed, soothing ambiance.
O BarquinhoAnn Sally
Known in Japan under the title “Kobune” (Little Boat), this song is by bossa nova guitar maestro Roberto Menescal.
This is the version that opened the debut album of Ann Sally, a singer-songwriter from Nagoya!
All the things you areBaden Powell
Among the many renowned Brazilian guitarists, this is a performance of a bossa nova number by Baden Powell, known as a virtuoso.
It’s such a masterful rendition, with guitar tones so beautiful you’ll catch yourself thinking, “Can a guitar really sound this good?!”