Elis & Tom
Elis Regina · 1974
37 min · 14 tracks · música popular brasileira
A vibrant fusion of bossa nova and samba, showcasing heartfelt vocals and intricate melodies that dance through joy and melancholy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Águas de março — This track exemplifies the seamless interplay between Regina's emotive delivery and Jobim's lyrical mastery, creating an unforgettable musical dialogue.
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Corcovado — With its gentle melody and reflective lyrics, this song captures the essence of bossa nova's romantic charm, enhancing the album's overall mood.
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Fotografia — The poignant storytelling within this track showcases Regina's vocal range and emotional depth, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Brigas, nunca mais — This lively duet reveals the playful chemistry between Regina and Jobim, highlighting their artistic synergy while offering an upbeat contrast to the album’s more introspective moments.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends intricate melodies with heartfelt vocals, showcasing strong composition and craft.
What we noticed
- The album opens with 'Águas de março', which features a conversational interplay between the two vocalists, establishing a dynamic back-and-forth.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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9/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate moments for reflection
- vibrant rhythms for gatherings
- warm melodies for cozy evenings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer high-energy tracks
- seek longer listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1974, 'Elis & Tom' captures a pivotal moment in Elis Regina's career as she collaborates with Tom Jobim, further solidifying her status in Brazilian music. This album followed her acclaimed 1972 record 'Elis', establishing her as a leading figure in the música popular brasileira scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gal Costa· Maria Bethânia· Caetano Veloso
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Águas de março 3:32
- 2 Pois é 1:43
- 3 Só tinha de ser com você 3:49
- 4 Modinha 2:16
- 5 Triste 2:39
- 6 Corcovado 3:53
- 7 O que tinha de ser 1:43
- 8 Retrato em branco e preto 3:03
- 9 Brigas, nunca mais 1:39
- 10 Por toda a minha vida 2:04
- 11 Fotografia 2:46
- 12 Soneto de separação 2:20
- 13 Chovendo na roseira 3:11
- 14 Inútil paisagem 3:08
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