What makes Passarim by Antônio Carlos Jobim notable?

The album is significant for its deep exploration of Brazilian music traditions, featuring compositions that resonate with both jazz and classical influences. While it did not achieve mainstream commercial success, it has been critically acclaimed for its artistry, cementing Jobim's legacy in the world of Latin jazz. By the time 'Passarim' was released in 1987, Antônio Carlos Jobim was an established figure in music, known for his pivotal role in popularizing bossa nova globally. This album came about a decade after his seminal work 'Wave', showcasing his continued evolution as a composer and musician while reflecting on Brazilian culture and personal themes.

Passarim works well if you're into intricate melodies for detail hunting, for afternoon relaxation and warm harmonies for cozy gatherings.

How many songs are on Passarim?

Passarim has 11 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Passarim

Antônio Carlos Jobim · 1987

41 min · 11 tracks · jazz

A lush tapestry of bossa nova rhythms and intricate melodies, intertwining jazz sensibilities with Brazilian musical heritage.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Passarim — The title track encapsulates the album's essence, blending gentle melodies with intricate rhythms that highlight Jobim's masterful songwriting and arrangement skills.
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Luiza — This piece showcases Jobim's lyrical depth and harmonic sophistication, balancing nostalgia with a sense of longing that permeates throughout the album.
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Gabriela — A lengthy composition that reflects Jobim's ability to weave complex emotions into his music, 'Gabriela' serves as a powerful closing piece infused with rich instrumentation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

67 /100

Alpine

Higher than 91% of albums we've rated

The album showcases intricate compositions and skilled performances, blending jazz with Brazilian influences effectively.

What we noticed

The album features complex chord progressions that shift frequently, creating a rich harmonic landscape.
Several pieces incorporate extended instrumental sections where melodies are developed through improvisation rather than strict adherence to a song structure.

Composition 25% of the score: 8/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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

intricate melodies for detail hunting
for afternoon relaxation
warm harmonies for cozy gatherings

Maybe skip if you

seeking high-energy tracks
prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Explores Brazilian music traditions, but less recognized than earlier works.
Career context: By the time 'Passarim' was released in 1987, Antônio Carlos Jobim was an established figure in music, known for his pivotal role in popularizing bossa nova globally. This album came about a decade after his seminal work 'Wave', showcasing his continued evolution as a composer and musician while reflecting on Brazilian culture and personal themes.
Stylistic neighbors: João Gilberto· Caetano Veloso· Gilberto Gil