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Gilberto Gil

Gilberto Gil · 1968

46 min · 14 tracks · música popular brasileira

An eclectic fusion of Brazilian rhythms, folk melodies, and politically charged lyrics that captures the spirit of the late 1960s.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • politically charged reflections
  • eclectic rhythmic explorations
  • weekend afternoon gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification
  • seek high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1968, this self-titled album marked Gilberto Gil's emergence as a pivotal figure in Brazil's Tropicália movement. It was his third studio album and came after his successful works 'Louvação' (1967) and 'Gilberto Gil - Ao Vivo' (1967), solidifying his role as a cultural icon amid a politically turbulent era.
Stylistic neighbors
Caetano Veloso· Os Mutantes· Milton Nascimento

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Frevo rasgado 1:53
  • 2 Coragem pra suportar 2:55
  • 3 Domingou 2:55
  • 4 Marginália II 2:39
  • 5 Pega a voga, cabeludo 4:44
  • 6 Ele falava nisso todo dia 2:33
  • 7 Procissão 2:55
  • 8 Luzia luluza 4:03
  • 9 Pé da roseira 3:03
  • 10 Domingo no parque 3:42
  • 11 Barca grande 2:41
  • 12 A coisa mais linda que existe 3:59
  • 13 Questão de ordem 5:31
  • 14 A luta contra a lata ou a falência do café 2:49

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