Bora Bora
Os Paralamas do Sucesso · 1988
48 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of rock, reggae, and ska rhythms infused with Brazilian tropicalia.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its commercial success, reaching significant positions on Brazilian music charts and contributing to the rising popularity of rock in Portuguese. Critics praised the album for its innovative sound and lyrical depth, marking it as a key release during a vibrant period for Latin American rock music.
- Career context
- Released in 1988, 'Bora Bora' was Os Paralamas do Sucesso's third studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'O Passo do Lui.' At this point, the band had solidified their unique sound, fusing various genres and gaining national attention in Brazil. This album further established their reputation as one of the leading acts in the Brazilian rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Titãs· Skank· Engenheiros do Hawaii· Capital Inicial· NX Zero· Cazuza· Los Hermanos· CSS
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 O beco 3:09
- 2 Bunda lê lê 2:25
- 3 Bora-bora Standout 4:50
- 4 Sanfona 2:57
- 5 Um a um Standout 3:04
- 6 Fingido 3:42
- 7 Don't Give Me That Standout 2:59
- 8 Uns dias 4:04
- 9 Quase um segundo 4:36
- 10 Dois elefantes 4:37
- 11 Três 2:57
- 12 Impressão 3:27
- 13 O fundo do coração 3:02
- 14 The Can 2:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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