Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
This album showcases mature songwriting and skilled musicianship, solidifying Gilberto's role in bossa nova's evolution.
What we noticed
- The album features intricate guitar work that often employs syncopated rhythms typical of bossa nova, creating a laid-back yet engaging feel.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional Brazilian instruments alongside acoustic guitar, adding texture and authenticity to the sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 O Samba Da Minha Terra
- 2 O Barquinho
- 3 Bolinha De Papel
- 4 Saudade Da Bahia
- 5 A Primeira Vez
- 6 O Amor Em Paz
- 7 Você E Eu
- 8 Trenzinho -Trem De Ferro
- 9 Coisa Mais Linda
- 10 Presente De Natal
- 11 Insensatez
- 12 Este Seu Olhar
- 13 O Barquinho
- 14 Você E Eu
- 15 Bim Bom
- 16 Meditacao
- 17 Só Em Teus Braços
- 18 O Samba Da Minha Terra
- 19 Samba De Uma Nota Só
- 20 O Barquinho
- 21 O Barquinho
- 22 O Samba Da Minha Terra
- 23 Saudade De Bahia
- 24 Aos Pés Da Cruz
- 25 Coisa Mais Linda
- 26 Você E Eu
- 27 Manhã De Carnival
- 28 Quiet Nights (Corcovado)
- 29 You And I (Você E Eu)
- 30 Love And Peace (O Amor Em Paz)
- 31 Longing For Bahia (Saudade De Bahia)
- 32 Little Train Of Iron (Trenzinho -Trem De Ferro)
- 33 No More Blues (Chega De Saudade)
- 34 The Duck (O Pato)
- 35 Once Again (Outra Vez)
Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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