Released 20 years ago
Universo ao Meu Redor
Marisa Monte · 2006
47 min · 14 tracks · música popular brasileira
A vibrant tapestry of Brazilian rhythms and poetic lyrics that intertwine traditional and contemporary sounds with a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Top tracks — play these first
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Universo ao meu redor — The title track encapsulates the album's essence, merging lush melodies with introspective lyrics that explore themes of love and self-discovery.
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O Bonde do Dom — This track features infectious rhythms and playful lyrics, highlighting Monte's ability to blend traditional elements with modern influences while maintaining an upbeat spirit.
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Perdoa, meu amor — A poignant ballad that showcases Monte's emotive vocal delivery and lyrical depth, reflecting on themes of forgiveness and longing.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends traditional and contemporary sounds with strong lyrical content, showcasing Marisa Monte's artistry.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features layered vocals and intricate percussion, setting a vibrant tone.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional Brazilian instruments like the berimbau and cavaquinho, blending them seamlessly with modern production.
- Lyrically, the album often employs metaphor and imagery, enhancing the poetic quality of the songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- poetic reflections on love
- vibrant rhythms for celebration
- intimate moments of connection
- short tracks for quick listens
- playful melodies that uplift
Maybe skip if you
- seeking lengthy, sprawling epics
- prefer high-energy, frantic beats
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2006, Universo ao Meu Redor marked Marisa Monte's return after a four-year hiatus following her acclaimed album, Speak Portuguese. This album further solidified her status as a leading figure in música popular brasileira, showcasing her artistic evolution and continued relevance in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ana Carolina· Elis Regina· Caetano Veloso
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Universo ao meu redor 3:11
- 2 O Bonde do Dom 4:03
- 3 Meu canário 3:13
- 4 Três letrinhas 4:10
- 5 Quatro paredes 3:14
- 6 Perdoa, meu amor 3:05
- 7 Cantinho escondido 3:50
- 8 Statue of Liberty 1:13
- 9 A alma e a matéria 3:29
- 10 Lágrimas e tormentos 4:31
- 11 Satisfeito 3:09
- 12 Para mais ninguém 3:16
- 13 Vai saber? 4:00
- 14 Pétalas esquecidas 2:34
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