Expresso 2222
Gilberto Gil · 1972
34 min · 9 tracks · música popular brasileira
A vibrant blend of Brazilian rhythms, folk melodies, and political undertones that captures the spirit of the early '70s.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow for relaxed listening
- vibrant rhythms for uplifting moments
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- playful melodies that invite movement
- political undertones for thoughtful reflection
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking intense emotional depth
- prefer lengthy, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1972, 'Expresso 2222' was Gilberto Gil's fourth studio album, following his exile due to political pressures in Brazil. This album marked a significant return to his roots, showcasing a fusion of traditional Brazilian music with influences from rock and pop, indicative of his artistic reinvention during this turbulent period.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Caetano Veloso· Os Mutantes· Milton Nascimento
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pipoca moderna 1:50
- 2 Back in Bahia 4:39
- 3 O canto de ema 6:21
- 4 Chiclete com banana 3:25
- 5 Êle e eu 2:15
- 6 Sai do sereno 3:40
- 7 Expresso 2222 2:35
- 8 O sonho acabou 3:50
- 9 Oriente 6:00
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