Qualquer Coisa
Caetano Veloso · 1975
41 min · 12 tracks · música popular brasileira
A vibrant blend of Brazilian rhythms and international influences, seamlessly intertwining traditional sounds with modern sensibilities.
Why this album works
'Qualquer Coisa' is significant for its innovative arrangements and cross-cultural interpretations, particularly with covers like 'Eleanor Rigby.' The album received positive reviews and showcased Veloso's ability to merge MPB with elements of rock and folk, influencing future Brazilian artists seeking to break genre boundaries.
- Best for
- vibrant rhythms for lively afternoons intimate moments of reflective joy dynamic flow with emotional peaks
- Context
- Released in 1975, 'Qualquer Coisa' was Caetano Veloso's follow-up to his critically acclaimed album 'Jóia' from the previous year. At this point in his career, Veloso was navigating the complexities of Brazilian music post-1960s Tropicália movement while also incorporating global pop influences into his work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Roberto Carlos· Elba Ramalho· Lulu Santos· Daniela Mercury· David Bowie· Paula Fernandes· Mylène Farmer· Roxette
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Qualquer coisa Standout 3:15
- 2 Da maior importância 4:34
- 3 Samba e amor 2:54
- 4 Madrugada e amor 3:39
- 5 A tua presença morena 2:04
- 6 Drume neguinha (Drume negrita) 3:53
- 7 Jorge da Capadócia 3:21
- 8 Eleanor Rigby Standout 5:33
- 9 For No One 5:02
- 10 Lady Madonna 2:49
- 11 La flor de la canela Standout 3:12
- 12 Nicinha 0:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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