Released 10 years ago
O Axé, A Voz e o Violão
Daniela Mercury · 2016
104 min · 22 tracks · música popular brasileira
A vibrant celebration of Brazilian cultural heritage, blending rhythmic axé with heartfelt vocals and rich musical textures.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dara Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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À primeira vista — This track captures Mercury's ability to blend pop sensibilities with traditional rhythms, showcasing both her vocal range and emotional depth.
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Alegria e lamento — With its intricate interplay of joy and sorrow, this song reflects the duality present in Mercury's music, resonating deeply with listeners.
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Protesto Olodum / Faraó divindade do Egito / Como nossos pais — This medley stands out for its powerful lyrics and historical references, emphasizing societal issues while celebrating cultural roots.
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O mais belo dos belos / Por amor ao Ilê — In this track, Mercury's passionate delivery honors Afro-Brazilian heritage, making it a potent anthem for cultural pride.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate acoustic arrangements
- dynamic journey with peaks
- celebration of cultural roots
- wave-like pacing throughout
- for reflective afternoons
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek straightforward single experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Showcases her enduring influence and revitalizes interest in Brazilian sounds.
- Themes
- Afro-Brazilian heritage· cultural pride anthems· joy and sorrow duality
- Career context
- Released in 2016, O Axé, A Voz e o Violão marks Daniela Mercury's return to the spotlight after a series of successful albums in the 1990s and early 2000s. This album showcases her enduring influence in Brazilian music while experimenting with acoustic arrangements that highlight her vocal prowess.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ivete Sangalo· Claudia Leitte· Anitta
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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À primeira vista
The bridge shifts from a narrative perspective to a direct address, inviting the listener into an intimate moment of vulnerability.
This structural choice amplifies the emotional intensity, making the connection feel personal and immediate.
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Dara Start here 6:02
- 2 Ilê pérola negra / Medley: Pérola negra e o canto negro 6:12
- 3 Alegria e lamento 4:52
- 4 À primeira vista 5:39
- 5 Como vai você 2:44
- 6 Superhomem, a canção 4:00
- 7 Meu plano 3:22
- 8 O mais belo dos belos / Por amor ao Ilê 5:45
- 9 Negrume da noite / Ilê de luz / Citação: Retirantes 4:52
- 10 Noturno (coração alado) 3:50
- 11 Protesto Olodum / Faraó divindade do Egito / Como nossos pais 6:44
- 12 Requebra / Que bloco é esse (Ilê Aiyê) 3:48
- 13 Trio em transe 4:48
- 14 Música de rua 4:31
- 15 A rainha do axé (rainha má) 6:00
- 16 O canto da cidade 3:37
Disc 2
- 1 O bêbado e a equilibrista 3:15
- 2 O mar / Jeito faceiro / Canto ao pescador / Suite do pescador / O mar 8:29
- 3 Cálice / Deus lhe pague 2:30
- 4 Há tempos 5:12
- 5 Oyá por nós 4:36
- 6 Swing da cor 3:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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