It addresses the perennial struggle of the working class in Portugal, focusing on low wages, rising costs, and the feeling that "money is always running out".
The chorus is widely recognized in Portugal for its relatable and catchy refrain:
The song is a remake of an original 1997 track by Sebastião Antunes and his band . NГЈo Ha Dinheiro - Rouxinol vs SebastiГЈo Antunes
Directed by Manuel Pureza, the music video features the two artists in a lively, theatrical performance.
"Não Há Dinheiro" is a standout collaborative track between the folk-inspired and the comedic character Rouxinol Faduncho (created by Portuguese comedian Marco Horácio). Released in 2012 as part of the album Formidável Bigode , the song blends traditional sounds with social commentary through humor. 🎵 Origin & Meaning It addresses the perennial struggle of the working
💰 The collaboration was part of a larger project where Rouxinol Faduncho invited several guests—including metal singer Fernando Ribeiro from Moonspell—to reinterpret fados and folk songs with a comedic twist. Não Ha Dinheiro - Rouxinol vs Sebastião Antunes
You can find the track on major platforms under the album Formidável Bigode . "Não Há Dinheiro" is a standout collaborative track
Rouxinol Faduncho revitalized the track for a new generation, using its popular folk roots to highlight that, even 20 years later, the economic struggle remained unchanged.