Rua 47
Capital Inicial · 1995
45 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
Energetic guitar riffs and anthemic choruses propel this Brazilian rock album, blending youthful rebellion with pointed social commentary.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rua 47 Start here — The title track serves as a powerful anthem, encapsulating themes of urban life and youthful defiance, propelled by catchy melodies and driving rhythms.
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Lei da metralhadora — This track critiques societal violence with sharp lyrics and an infectious chorus that showcases the band’s ability to blend serious themes with engaging music.
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Separação — A poignant ballad that explores the emotional aftermath of a breakup, displaying the band’s lyrical depth and versatility beyond their typical upbeat tracks.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Energetic riffs and social commentary define this solid yet uneven alternative rock album.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy title track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter tracks.
- Several songs feature call-and-response vocals, creating an anthemic quality that engages listeners.
- Lyrical themes of social commentary are prevalent, with tracks like 'A saga do homo babaca' and 'Separação' addressing contemporary issues.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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 mid-tempo grooves
- introspective reflections on life
- pulsating energy for driving
- engaging sing-alongs with friends
- cultural nuances in lyrics
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek purely upbeat party music
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Marked a pivotal moment in their career, redefining their sound post-hiatus.
- Career context
- Released in 1995, Rua 47 was Capital Inicial's fifth studio album and marked a pivotal moment in their career as they sought to redefine their sound after a brief hiatus. This album followed the band's earlier work that had solidified their status in the Brazilian rock scene during the late '80s and early '90s, showcasing their evolution into a more polished alternative rock style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Legião Urbana· Os Paralamas do Sucesso· Biquini Cavadão
Tracklist
- 1 Rua 47 Start here 4:44
- 2 Lei da metralhadora 3:39
- 3 Pique esconde 4:29
- 4 Desdêmona 3:30
- 5 Mil vezes 4:27
- 6 A saga do homo babaca 4:48
- 7 Soltem os leões 4:08
- 8 Separação 5:54
- 9 Projetos engavetados 3:04
- 10 Danação 3:13
- 11 Pele vermelha 3:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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