Build Up cover

Build Up

Rita Lee · 1970

30 min · 11 tracks · música popular brasileira · bossa nova

A vibrant fusion of bossa nova, rock, and pop that showcases Rita Lee's playful yet introspective songwriting.

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 want

  • seekers of lengthy epics
  • prefer intense emotional highs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1970, 'Build Up' marked Rita Lee's debut solo album after her time with the influential band Os Mutantes. This transition allowed her to explore her unique sound as a leading figure in Brazilian music, establishing herself as a solo artist with a distinct voice.
Stylistic neighbors
Gal Costa· Maria Bethânia· Caetano Veloso

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Sucesso, aqui vou eu (Build Up) 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