Barão Vermelho 2
Barão Vermelho · 1983
33 min · 11 tracks · Brazilian rock
Energetic Brazilian rock blends catchy melodies with socially conscious lyrics and a raw, vibrant sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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Pro dia nascer feliz — This track serves as an uplifting anthem reflecting youthful optimism and resilience, encapsulating the spirit of Brazil’s burgeoning rock movement.
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Menina mimada Start here — With its infectious melody and playful lyrics, this song showcases the band's knack for blending rock with pop sensibilities while addressing themes of love and desire.
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Bicho humano — This track stands out for its introspective lyrics and dramatic instrumentation, offering a deeper commentary on human existence and societal issues.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and vibrant performances, solidifying its place in Brazilian rock history.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brief instrumental intro, leading into a series of energetic tracks that maintain a consistent tempo until the final two songs.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocals between the lead singer and backing harmonies, creating an engaging dynamic throughout.
- The lyrics often address social issues, with a notable shift in tone in the penultimate track, which slows down and becomes more introspective.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove
- poetic lyrics for reflection
- energetic sing-along moments
- short tracks for quick bursts
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, sprawling albums
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Solidified the band's reputation in Brazilian rock with commercial success.
- Themes
- Brazilian rock revolution· socially conscious lyrics
- Career context
- Released in 1983, Barão Vermelho 2 was the band's second album, following their self-titled debut in 1982. At this point, they began to solidify their place in the Brazilian rock scene, bolstered by the presence of charismatic frontman Cazuza, whose lyrical prowess began to shine through more prominently.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Os Paralamas do Sucesso· Legião Urbana· Titãs
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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O que a gente quizer
The song features a moment where the perspective shifts from collective desires to individual aspirations.
Tracklist
- 1 Intro 0:38
- 2 Menina mimada Start here 3:16
- 3 O que a gente quizer 3:02
- 4 Vem comigo 2:41
- 5 Bicho humano 3:12
- 6 Largado no mundo 2:15
- 7 Carne de pescoço 3:37
- 8 Pro dia nascer feliz 4:27
- 9 Manhã sem sonho 3:16
- 10 Carente profissional 2:57
- 11 Blues do iniciante 3:57
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
O Passo do Lui
Os Paralamas do Sucesso
Shares raw energy and socially aware lyrics, blending rock with Brazilian rhythms.
Dois
Legião Urbana
Combines catchy melodies with introspective and socially conscious themes in a similar rock framework.
Cabeça Dinossauro
Titãs
Features vibrant rock sounds and critiques of society, echoing the energetic and thematic essence of Barão Vermelho.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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