Top tracks — play these first
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Coração vagabundo — This track exemplifies the blend of lush melodies and introspective lyrics that characterize the album, showcasing Costa's emotive vocal delivery.
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Pérola negra — As one of the standout tracks, it highlights Costa's unique ability to merge Brazilian rhythms with contemporary sounds, making it a defining piece of her career.
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Vapor barato — The longest track on the album, it serves as a hypnotic exploration of sound, pushing the boundaries of conventional song structures and illustrating Costa's avant-garde spirit.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases bold artistic choices and diverse musical styles, reflecting its significance in the Tropicália movement.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature unexpected tempo shifts, such as 'Coração vagabundo' which transitions from a slow groove to an upbeat section.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- short, vibrant bursts of energy
- wave-like pacing that captivates
- intricate melodies for deep listening
- evocative storytelling in every track
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- want instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1971, -Fa-Tal- Gal a Todo Vapor marked Gal Costa's third studio album, solidifying her role as a leading figure in the Tropicália movement. Following her acclaimed debut, 'Gal Costa,' this album showcased her musical evolution and experimentation, incorporating diverse styles from Brazilian traditional music to international rock influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Caetano Veloso· Maria Bethânia· Milton Nascimento
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fruta gogóia 0:40
- 2 Charles Anjo 45 0:26
- 3 Como dois e dois 2:45
- 4 Coração vagabundo 3:44
- 5 Falsa baiana 5:34
- 6 Antonico 4:46
- 7 Sua estupidez 4:02
- 8 Fruta gogóia 1:06
- 9 Vapor barato 8:37
- 10 Dê um role 4:05
- 11 Pérola negra 4:44
- 12 Mal secreto 5:02
- 13 Como dois e dois 4:32
- 14 Hotel das estrelas 4:30
- 15 Assum preto 3:49
- 16 Bota a mão nas cadeiras 1:09
- 17 Maria Bethânia 0:44
- 18 Chuva suor e cerveja 1:59
- 19 Luz do sol 5:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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