Sacundin Ben Samba cover

Sacundin Ben Samba

Jorge Ben · 1964

34 min · 12 tracks · música popular brasileira · bossa nova · samba rock

A vibrant fusion of samba rhythms and bossa nova melodies that grooves with joyful spontaneity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • joyful spontaneity in every track
  • steady rhythmic journey throughout
  • for lively gatherings
  • short bursts of vibrant energy

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer long, introspective pieces
  • seek heavy emotional weight

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1964, 'Sacundin Ben Samba' was Jorge Ben's debut album, marking the beginning of his influential career in Brazilian music. At this time, he was establishing his unique sound that blended samba with elements of bossa nova, paving the way for future innovation in the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Gilberto Gil· Caetano Veloso· Os Mutantes

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Anjo azul 2:53
  • 2 Nena nanã 2:55
  • 3 Vamos embora 'uáu' 2:35
  • 4 Capoeira 2:51
  • 5 Gimbo 2:39
  • 6 Carnaval triste 2:39
  • 7 A princesa e o plebeu 3:31
  • 8 Menina do vestido coral 3:38
  • 9 Pula baú 2:32
  • 10 Jeitão de preto velho 3:09
  • 11 Espero por você 2:08
  • 12 Não desanima, João 3:16

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