Jorge Ben
Jorge Ben · 1969
38 min · 11 tracks · música popular brasileira
An infectious blend of samba rhythms and bossa nova melodies infused with playful lyrics and vibrant instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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País Tropical — This track stands out as a celebration of Brazil’s cultural landscape, perfectly capturing the vibrant spirit of the nation amidst political turmoil.
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Take It Easy My Brother Charles — Offering a laid-back yet insightful perspective on life, this song reflects Ben's signature style of combining deep themes with upbeat arrangements.
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Charles, Anjo 45 — The song features intricate rhythms and harmonies that showcase Ben's innovative approach to songwriting and arrangement, making it a highlight of the album.
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Bebete Vãobora — This track exemplifies Ben's playful lyricism and rhythmic complexity, creating an engaging listening experience that invites listeners to dance along.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
This album showcases a vibrant blend of samba and bossa nova with playful lyrics, marking a significant moment in Brazilian music.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong samba rhythm in 'Criola', setting a lively tone that persists through the first half.
- Tracks like 'País Tropical' feature call-and-response vocals, enhancing the communal feel typical of Brazilian music.
- Several songs incorporate unexpected shifts in tempo and instrumentation, such as the transition from bossa nova to rock elements in 'Take It Easy My Brother Charles'.
- The last track, 'Charles, Anjo 45', closes with a gradual fade-out, leaving a lingering sense of playfulness.
- 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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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
- short, lively listening bursts
- playful and upbeat vibes
- infectious groove enjoyment
- lighthearted, cheerful atmosphere
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified Jorge Ben's reputation and influence in Brazilian music.
- Career context
- The self-titled album 'Jorge Ben' marked a pivotal moment in Jorge Ben's career as his third studio release, following the successful 'Samba Esquema Novo' in 1963. By 1969, Ben was solidifying his unique sound that merged samba with rock influences, setting the stage for his later works that would further define Brazilian popular music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gilberto Gil· Caetano Veloso· Os Mutantes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Criola 3:32
- 2 Domingas 3:32
- 3 Cadê Tereza 3:23
- 4 Barbarella 3:16
- 5 País Tropical 4:11
- 6 Take It Easy My Brother Charles 2:37
- 7 Descobri Que Eu Sou Um Anjo 4:05
- 8 Bebete Vãobora 2:37
- 9 Quem Foi Que Roubou a Sopeira De Porcelana Chinesa Que a Vovó Ganhou Da Baronesa? 3:09
- 10 Que Pena 3:03
- 11 Charles, Anjo 45 4:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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