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Caetano Veloso

Caetano Veloso · 1969

41 min · 12 tracks · música popular brasileira

A vibrant fusion of Brazilian tropicalia with poetic lyrics and eclectic instrumentation that captures the essence of late 1960s Brazil.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • poetic lyrics for reflection
  • vibrant sounds of nostalgia
  • for afternoon relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer straightforward structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1969, this was Caetano Veloso's self-titled second album, coming after his debut 'Domingo' from 1968. At this point, Veloso was emerging as a leading figure in the tropicalia movement, blending traditional Brazilian sounds with rock and avant-garde influences, positioning himself at the forefront of cultural change amidst Brazil's military dictatorship.
Stylistic neighbors
Gilberto Gil· Maria Bethânia· Os Mutantes

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Irene 3:48
  • 2 The Empty Boat 4:15
  • 3 Marinheiro só 3:29
  • 4 Lost in the Paradise 3:27
  • 5 Atrás do trio elétrico 2:45
  • 6 Os Argonautas 2:47
  • 7 Carolina 2:38
  • 8 Cambalache 2:31
  • 9 Não identificado 4:03
  • 10 Chuvas de verão 2:51
  • 11 Acrilírico 3:01
  • 12 Alfômega 5:57

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