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Roberto Carlos

Roberto Carlos · 1978

41 min · 11 tracks · rock music

A vibrant blend of Brazilian pop and rock, rich with emotional melodies and lush instrumentation.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Lady Laura — This track stands out for its heartfelt tribute to Carlos's mother, encapsulating his ability to blend personal storytelling with universal themes of love and nostalgia.
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    Fé — Opening the album, this song establishes a tone of hopefulness and resilience that permeates throughout, showcasing Carlos's melodic strength and lyrical depth.
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    A primeira vez — This track captures the essence of first love's enchantment through its tender lyrics and infectious melody, making it a quintessential example of Carlos's romantic balladry.

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 showcases strong melodies and arrangements, blending rock with Brazilian influences effectively.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of lush string arrangements that complement the melodic ballads throughout.
  • Tracks often employ a call-and-response structure between the lead vocals and backing harmonies, enhancing emotional engagement.
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 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Lady Laura

    Carlos reflects on moments from his childhood that shaped him, addressing his mother directly with warmth and gratitude.

    The direct address creates an intimate connection, transforming personal memories into broader reflections on family love and sacrifice.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Fé 3:45
  • 2 A primeira vez 4:57
  • 3 Mais uma vez 3:54
  • 4 Lady Laura 4:03
  • 5 Vivendo por viver 3:57
  • 6 Música suave 3:17
  • 7 Café da manhã 3:52
  • 8 Tente esquecer 2:55
  • 9 Força estranha 3:49
  • 10 Por fin mañana 3:38
  • 11 Todos os meus rumos 3:22

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata