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Perfil

Ana Carolina · 2005

53 min · 14 tracks · pop music

A vibrant fusion of pop and bossa nova intertwines with reflective lyrics, showcasing a poignant emotional depth.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Quem de nós dois (La mia storia tra le dita) — This track captures the album's essence through its haunting melody and poignant lyrics about lost love, showcasing Carolina's vocal prowess.
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    Confesso — With its intimate storytelling and emotional delivery, this song exemplifies Carolina's ability to weave personal narratives into universal themes.
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    Pra rua me levar — This upbeat track balances catchy rhythms with reflective lyrics about freedom and self-discovery, representing the album's diverse sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album blends pop and bossa nova effectively, with strong vocal arrangements and varied tempos.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a strong mid-tempo track, followed by a shift to more upbeat rhythms in the next two songs.
  • Several tracks feature intricate vocal harmonies that intertwine with bossa nova guitar patterns, creating a layered sound.
  • The last three tracks slow down significantly, introducing a reflective tone that contrasts with the earlier energy.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

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

  • steady emotional progression throughout
  • heartfelt melodies for introspection
  • vibrant rhythms for relaxed moments
  • suitable for evening unwind
  • flowing narrative across tracks

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, Perfil was Ana Carolina's third studio album, following the success of her previous work, Estampado. At this point in her career, she had solidified her presence in Brazilian music and was beginning to explore more diverse musical influences while maintaining her lyrical introspection.
Stylistic neighbors
Maria Gadú· Ney Matogrosso· Elis Regina

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Garganta 3:35
  • 2 Tô saindo 3:07
  • 3 Quem de nós dois (La mia storia tra le dita) 5:04
  • 4 Ela é bamba 3:06
  • 5 Confesso 3:25
  • 6 Encostar na tua 4:12
  • 7 Uma louca tempestade 4:32
  • 8 Nua 4:04
  • 9 Pra rua me levar 3:50
  • 10 Elevador (Livro de esquecimento) 3:14
  • 11 Nada pra mim 3:39
  • 12 Que se danem os nós 3:36
  • 13 O avesso dos ponteiros 3:49
  • 14 Beatriz 3:47

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata