Chico Buarque de Hollanda cover

Released 60 years ago

Chico Buarque de Hollanda

Chico Buarque · 1966

26 min · 12 tracks · música popular brasileira · samba · bossa nova

A vibrant blend of samba rhythms and poetic lyrics that encapsulate Brazil's cultural spirit in the 1960s.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of infectious energy
  • celebratory tunes for gatherings
  • bright rhythms for daytime
  • quick, uplifting listening experiences

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, immersive albums
  • seek deep lyrical introspection

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1966, this self-titled album marked Chico Buarque's debut, establishing him as a prominent voice in Brazilian music. Coming after his early work as a composer and performer, it set the stage for his influential career, showcasing his unique fusion of samba with socially conscious lyrics.
Stylistic neighbors
Caetano Veloso· Gilberto Gil· Elis Regina

Tracklist

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

  • 1 A banda 2:11
  • 2 Tem mais samba 1:45
  • 3 A Rita 2:01
  • 4 Ela e sua janela 2:10
  • 5 Madalena foi pro mar 1:40
  • 6 Pedro pedreiro 2:35
  • 7 Amanhã ninguém sabe 2:00
  • 8 Você não ouviu 2:39
  • 9 Juca 1:46
  • 10 Olê olá 3:03
  • 11 Meu refrão 2:40
  • 12 Sonho de um carnaval 2:13

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