Mōriah and Ana Bárbara Unite with “Supermujeres,” Forged in a Moment of Cross-Border Harmony
A powerful collaboration between Mōriah and Ana Bárbara, the new song “Supermujeres” – and its accompanying video launching Monday with Rolling Stone – stems from a serendipitous meeting born of a gesture toward unity in a politically charged climate. The two artists first connected while performing the national anthems of the U.S. and Mexico, respectively, shortly after the 2020 presidential election.
The initial encounter, described as a “turn of fate,” quickly blossomed into a deep friendship and creative partnership. according to one of the singers, she proposed a symbolic act of solidarity. “I asked if [Ana Bárbara] would sing the last line of the ‘Star Spangled Banner’ with me as a gesture of unity,” she explained. The resulting performance resonated deeply with the audience. “When we finally sang together, the audience erupted – it was a visceral reminder of what happens when animosity turns into camaraderie.”
This shared moment served as the foundation for what the artists describe as a “big sister-little sister” relationship and ultimately, their new song. Mōriah, who previously released an English version of the track titled “Superwoman” earlier this year, defines the song’s core message as celebrating women who “dare to dream and protects her sense of wonder in a world that often tries to silence it.” she further elaborated that strength isn’t solely defined by familial or communal love, but also by “how she protects her tenderness toward the world.”
Ana Bárbara echoed this sentiment, adding that true strength lies in “having that inner strength to wake up each day with gratitude for being alive, for being on a planet where there’s always hope – faith to be better every single day.”
The music video for “Supermujeres” offers a glimpse into the creative process and burgeoning friendship between the two artists. Filmed in black and white, the clip showcases the pair crafting Spanish lyrics – an empowering addition to the song – that reflect on the challenges faced by women and the inherent heroism of simply existing as a woman. The visuals also include scenes of the artists performing during a boxing match, set against a backdrop of melancholic country sonics.
The collaboration was driven by a deep mutual respect. “What motivated me to work with Mōriah was definitely the light in her soul,” Ana Bárbara shared. “She has a beautiful heart, such a pure soul, and that caught my attention from the very first day I met her – even before I knew about this song.”
“Supermujeres” builds upon Mōriah’s previous work, including her song “Sombrero,” released in both English and Spanish in may. Rolling Stone has also revealed that Mōriah is preparing to rele
