Caras e Bocas cover

Caras e Bocas

Gal Costa · 1977

42 min · 10 tracks · psychedelic rock · música popular brasileira · bossa nova

A vibrant fusion of bossa nova, pop, and psychedelic rock, rich with emotive vocals and intricate arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like emotional fluctuations
  • vibrant exploration of themes
  • captivating vocal expressions
  • reflective moments of solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1977, 'Caras e Bocas' was Gal Costa's fourth studio album, following her acclaimed self-titled album in 1969. At this point in her career, she was firmly established as a key figure in the Tropicália movement, blending traditional Brazilian sounds with contemporary influences. The album reflects her artistic evolution as she navigated between popular and avant-garde musical landscapes.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Caras e bocas 4:08
  • 2 Me recuso 4:13
  • 3 Louca me chamam 3:30
  • 4 Clariô 5:02
  • 5 Minha estrela é do oriente 3:02
  • 6 Tigresa 4:15
  • 7 Negro amor 6:20
  • 8 Meu doce amor 2:38
  • 9 Solitude 3:16
  • 10 Um favor 6:03

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