Haih Or Amortecedor
Os Mutantes · 2009
49 min · 13 tracks · música popular brasileira
A vibrant fusion of tropicalia and modern sounds, blending playful melodies with introspective lyrics and eclectic instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Querida querida — This track exemplifies the album's playful nature, featuring whimsical lyrics paired with a catchy melody that captures the essence of Brazilian pop.
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Baghdad Blues — The song stands out for its political commentary wrapped in a captivating rhythm, merging social critique with infectious grooves.
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Neurociência do amor — This track delves into complex emotions with an engaging arrangement, showcasing the band's lyrical depth while maintaining a vibrant sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends vibrant melodies and introspective lyrics, showcasing Os Mutantes' innovative spirit while maintaining cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album opens with an instrumental intro that sets a meditative tone before transitioning into more upbeat tracks.
- Several songs feature abrupt tempo changes, such as 'Querida querida' which shifts from a lively rhythm to a slower, reflective section.
- The final track mirrors the opening with another instrumental piece, creating a bookend effect that emphasizes the album's thematic continuity.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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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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
- playful melodies with introspective vibes
- short bursts of vibrant energy
- headphone detail hunting for nuances
- late-night reflective listening moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek heavy, intense soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Haih Or Amortecedor marks Os Mutantes' first studio album in over three decades after their influential run in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Released in 2009, this album came during a period of resurgence for the band, following their reunion and tours that reintroduced their music to new audiences. The record reflects their evolution while retaining the experimental spirit that characterized their earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Caetano Veloso· Gilberto Gil· Novos Baianos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hymns of the World, Part 1 (intro) 0:33
- 2 Querida querida 4:13
- 3 Teclar 3:11
- 4 2000 e agarrum 3:22
- 5 Baghdad Blues 5:18
- 6 O careca 3:56
- 7 O mensageiro 4:00
- 8 Anagrama 4:12
- 9 Samba do Fidel 5:31
- 10 Neurociência do amor 4:10
- 11 Nada mudou 5:15
- 12 Gopala Krishna Om 3:39
- 13 Hymns of the World, Part 2 (final) 1:50
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