That Girl from Ipanema
Astrud Gilberto · 1977
35 min · 10 tracks · jazz
Soft, breezy melodies intertwine with gentle rhythms, embodying the essence of bossa nova and Brazilian samba influences.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Girl From Ipanema — This iconic track features Gilberto's lilting vocals paired with smooth instrumentation, encapsulating the allure of bossa nova and its romantic themes.
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Meu Pião — Blending traditional Brazilian rhythms with jazz elements, this song highlights Gilberto’s ability to merge genres while showcasing her unique vocal style.
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Love for Sale — This rendition brings a sultry interpretation to Cole Porter's classic, demonstrating Gilberto's versatility and emotional depth in her singing.
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Black Magic (A Gira) — Infused with rhythmic complexity, this track exemplifies the playful spirit of samba while retaining the soft elegance characteristic of Gilberto's sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong melodies and arrangements typical of bossa nova while maintaining a cohesive sound throughout.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate subtle percussion elements that enhance the bossa nova feel without overpowering the melodies.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- soothing escape to rio
- for sunny afternoons
- easy listening during relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1977, Astrud Gilberto had established herself as a key figure in bossa nova following her breakthrough in the 1960s. This album came after a period of varied collaborations and showcased her enduring appeal in Brazilian music and jazz.
- Stylistic neighbors
- João Gilberto· Caetano Veloso· Gal Costa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Girl From Ipanema 3:16
- 2 Meu Pião 3:39
- 3 Far Away 4:22
- 4 We'll Make Today Last Night Again 3:06
- 5 Black Magic (A Gira) 3:11
- 6 All I've Got 6:09
- 7 Love for Sale 3:12
- 8 Wanting You 2:37
- 9 The Puppy Song 2:51
- 10 Mamae Eu Quero / Chica Chica Boom Chic 3:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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