Top tracks — play these first
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Sucesso, aqui vou eu (Build Up) Start here — The opening track introduces listeners to Lee's unique fusion of styles, combining catchy melodies with insightful lyrics about ambition and self-discovery.
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Calma — This song stands out for its laid-back vibe and reflective lyrics, showcasing Lee's ability to blend introspection with accessible pop sensibilities.
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Viagem ao fundo de mim — A highlight that explores deep personal themes through vivid imagery, revealing the emotional depth and complexity of Lee's songwriting.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases a blend of bossa nova and rock with introspective lyrics, marking a significant step in Rita Lee's career.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a lively track that sets a mid-tempo pace, which is maintained through the first half before shifting to more introspective themes in the latter tracks.
- Several songs feature playful instrumentation, blending traditional bossa nova elements with rock guitar riffs and rhythmic variations.
- The lyrics often reflect personal and introspective themes, contrasting with the upbeat musical arrangements, creating a dynamic tension throughout.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- playful introspection with steady flow
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- morning coffee background vibes
- light-hearted themes with warmth
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of lengthy epics
- prefer intense emotional highs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Debut solo album that established Rita Lee's career and innovative sound in Brazilian rock.
- Career context
- Released in 1970, 'Build Up' was Rita Lee's debut solo album following her departure from the influential band Os Mutantes. At this point, she was transitioning from psychedelic rock to a more personal artistic expression, setting the stage for her future as a major figure in Brazilian pop music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gal Costa· Maria Bethânia· Caetano Veloso
Tracklist
- 1 Sucesso, aqui vou eu (Build Up) Start here 2:43
- 2 Calma 3:14
- 3 Viagem ao fundo de mim 2:47
- 4 Precisamos de irmãos 2:41
- 5 Macarrão com linguiça e pimentão 3:02
- 6 José (Joseph) 2:27
- 7 Hulla-Hulla 3:06
- 8 And I Love Him 3:04
- 9 Tempo nublado 2:45
- 10 Prisioneira do amor 2:24
- 11 Eu vou me salvar 2:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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