Inédito
Antônio Carlos Jobim · 1987
69 min · 24 tracks · jazz
A lush tapestry of bossa nova melodies woven with intricate jazz harmonies and Jobim's signature lyrical romanticism.
Top tracks — play these first
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Garota de Ipanema — This iconic track serves as a quintessential example of bossa nova, capturing the breezy essence of Rio de Janeiro through its romantic lyrics and smooth melodies.
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Águas de março — Often regarded as one of Jobim's masterpieces, this song features a conversational structure that beautifully intertwines nature imagery with existential contemplation.
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Desafinado — This track showcases Jobim's innovative use of dissonance within a melodic framework, highlighting the complexities of love and communication.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalJobim's mastery shines through in lush melodies and intricate harmonies, making this a standout instrumental work.
What we noticed
- The running time is filled with classic compositions, many of which are well-known standards in Brazilian music, contributing to a sense of familiarity.
- 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
- steady flow with varied tempos
- for quiet afternoons
- intimate moments of reflection
- melodic warmth for cozy nights
- delicate harmonies for thoughtful listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Released later in Jobim's career, showcasing his enduring artistry and classic compositions.
- Career context
- Released in 1987, Inédito came at a time when Antônio Carlos Jobim was already a celebrated figure in Brazilian music, known for his pioneering role in bossa nova. This album marked a return to recording after a period of relative quiet, showcasing his enduring influence and ability to innovate within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- João Gilberto· Caetano Veloso· Gilberto Gil
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Wave (Vou te contar) 2:48
- 2 Chega de saudades 3:53
- 3 Sabiá 3:19
- 4 Samba do avião 3:23
- 5 Garota de Ipanema 4:03
- 6 Retrato em branco e preto 2:04
- 7 Modinha (Seresta nº 5) 2:53
- 8 Modinha 2:14
- 9 Canta, canta mais 3:58
- 10 Eu não existo sem você 2:44
- 11 Por causa de você 2:23
- 12 Sucedeu assim 2:27
Disc 2
- 1 Imagina 1:51
- 2 Eu sei que vou te amar 1:52
- 3 Canção do amor demais 1:41
- 4 Falando de amor 3:52
- 5 Inútil paisagem 2:47
- 6 Derradeira primavera 2:18
- 7 Canção em modo menor 2:21
- 8 Estrada do Sol 3:12
- 9 Águas de março 3:35
- 10 Samba de uma nota só 3:00
- 11 Desafinado 2:55
- 12 A felicidade 3:47
What to play next
Passarim
1987
Continues the lush bossa nova sound with fresh compositions and arrangements.
Terra Brasilis
1980
Sets a rich musical context leading into the intricate vibes of Inédito.
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