The soundtrack pulses with samba, lundu, and African rhythms, turning every celebration into a sensory spectacle. Dance sequences are choreographed as expressions of joy, seduction, and cultural resistance—perfect for viewers who love music-driven storytelling.

Casting Taís Araújo as the lead was a watershed moment. Before Xica, Black women in novelas were often relegated to supporting roles—maids, slaves, or secondary characters. Xica Da Silva placed a Black woman at the center of the narrative, making her the queen of the screen. This was not just a win for representation; it was a statement of power.

It is important to note that some historians criticize the novela for exploiting Xica's body under the guise of liberation. They argue that the "hot" marketing reduces a complex historical figure to a sexual fantasy for modern audiences.