O Canto da Cidade cover

O Canto da Cidade

Daniela Mercury · 1992

42 min · 12 tracks · música popular brasileira · Latin pop

A vibrant fusion of samba rhythms and pop melodies that celebrates Brazilian culture and identity.

Why this album works

'O Canto da Cidade' is significant for its commercial success, reaching #1 on the Brazilian charts and establishing Mercury as a leading voice in música popular brasileira. The album played a crucial role in popularizing axé music, influencing a generation of artists and contributing to the global recognition of Brazilian rhythms.
Career context
Released in 1992, 'O Canto da Cidade' was Daniela Mercury's debut album that propelled her into the national spotlight. At this time, she was emerging from the Salvador music scene, transitioning from local performer to a prominent figure in Brazilian popular music.
Stylistic neighbors
Paula Lima· Erika Ender· Danna

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 O canto da cidade Standout 3:24
  • 2 Batuque Standout 3:22
  • 3 Você não entende nada / Cotidiano (música incidental) 3:05
  • 4 Bandidos da América 3:27
  • 5 Geração perdida Standout 4:10
  • 6 Só pra te mostrar 3:55
  • 7 O mais belo dos belos (A verdade do Ilê) / O charme da Liberdade) 3:31
  • 8 Rosa negra 3:42
  • 9 Vem morar comigo 3:37
  • 10 Exótica das artes 3:29
  • 11 Rimas irmãs 3:43
  • 12 Monumento vivo 3:06

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