Cidades e Lendas
Zé Ramalho · 1996
43 min · 11 tracks · música popular brasileira
A rich tapestry of Brazilian sounds interwoven with poetic lyrics and eclectic rhythms that evoke a sense of nostalgia and longing.
Why this album works
This album matters for its critical reception, earning positive reviews for its lyrical depth and musical diversity. It solidified Ramalho's status as a cultural icon in Brazil, influencing numerous artists within the MPB genre and contributing to the narrative-driven style characteristic of his work.
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments nostalgic storytelling through sound rich textures for deep listening
- Context
- Released in 1996, 'Cidades e Lendas' is Zé Ramalho's seventh studio album, following his previous work 'O Canto da Cidade.' By this point, Ramalho had solidified his reputation as a key figure in the música popular brasileira scene, blending regional influences with modern songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paula Lima· Chico Buarque· Toquinho
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cidades e lendas Standout 6:24
- 2 Leva eu sodade 3:33
- 3 Bomba de estrelas 3:41
- 4 Para um amor no Recife 3:25
- 5 Cada um dá o que tem 3:50
- 6 Não existe molhado igual ao pranto 2:51
- 7 Profetas Standout 4:55
- 8 Rap (xote esotérico) 4:07
- 9 Os últimos dias 4:12
- 10 Alforria Standout 3:09
- 11 Um lugar para sonhar 3:23
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