Top tracks — play these first
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Mãe — This opening track sets a deeply emotional tone, exploring themes of motherhood and gratitude through poignant storytelling and rich musicality.
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Trabalhadores do Brasil — A powerful commentary on the struggles of the working class in Brazil, this track uses sharp lyrics to highlight systemic injustices faced by everyday people.
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Salve Black (Estilo livre) — Celebrating black identity and culture, this track showcases Emicida's lyrical prowess while drawing attention to the importance of representation and pride.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends Brazilian sounds with hip-hop, featuring strong lyrics and varied delivery styles.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements, adding depth to the lyrical content and enhancing the storytelling aspect.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- poignant reflections on everyday life
- vibrant rhythms for social gatherings
- thought-provoking lyrics for deep listening
- quick bursts of emotional insight
- celebratory sounds with cultural roots
Maybe skip if you
- seeking straightforward, upbeat tracks
- prefer constant high-energy tempos
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2015, Sobre Crianças, Quadris, Pesadelos e Lições de Casa... is Emicida's third studio album, following his critically acclaimed 2013 release, O Glorioso Retorno de Quem Nunca Esteve Aqui. At this point in his career, Emicida had solidified his role as a leading voice in Brazilian hip-hop, blending cultural commentary with personal narratives.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Criolo· Karol Conká· Baco Exu do Blues
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mãe 4:57
- 2 8 3:29
- 3 Casa 4:01
- 4 Amoras 0:56
- 5 Mufete 3:58
- 6 Baiana 3:53
- 7 Passarinhos 3:41
- 8 Sodade 1:10
- 9 Chapa 4:38
- 10 Boa esperança 3:02
- 11 Trabalhadores do Brasil 1:22
- 12 Mandume 8:15
- 13 Madagascar 3:52
- 14 Salve Black (Estilo livre) 4:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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