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The best Tim Maia albums

20 records, ordered by how much we can tell you about each one — not by chart position.

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O Descobridor dos Sete Mares

O Descobridor dos Sete Mares

1983

This album showcases Maia's signature blend of funk and soul, providing a cohesive experience that highlights his rhythmic playfulness and lyrical depth.

  1. 1
    O Descobridor dos Sete Mares

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    1983

    Polished dance grooves carry a grainy baritone from ocean-bound adventure to late-night heartbreak.

  2. 2
    Tim Maia

    Tim Maia

    1970

    A grainy baritone rides brass and a springy backbeat, then slows into ballads that leave longing hanging in the air.

  3. 3
    Só Você

    Só Você

    1997

  4. 4
    Voltou Clarear

    Voltou Clarear

    1994

  5. 5
    Tim Maia & Os Cariocas: Amigos do Rei

    Tim Maia & Os Cariocas: Amigos do Rei

    1997

  6. 6
    Sufocante

    Sufocante

    1984

  7. 7
    Somos América

    Somos América

    1987

  8. 8
    Reencontro

    Reencontro

    1979

  9. 9
    Nuvens

    Nuvens

    1982

  10. 10
    Dance Bem

    Dance Bem

    1990

  11. 11
    Carinhos

    Carinhos

    1988

  12. 12
    Tim Maia em Inglês

    Tim Maia em Inglês

    1976

  13. 13
    Tim Maia Racional, Vol. 3

    Tim Maia Racional, Vol. 3

    2011

  14. 14
    Tim Maia Racional, Vol. 2

    Tim Maia Racional, Vol. 2

    1976

  15. 15
    Tim Maia Racional, Vol. 1

    Tim Maia Racional, Vol. 1

    1975

  16. 16
    Tim Maia Interpreta Clássicos da Bossa Nova

    Tim Maia Interpreta Clássicos da Bossa Nova

    1990

  17. 17
    Tim Maia

    Tim Maia

    1980

  18. 18
    Tim Maia

    Tim Maia

    1985

  19. 19
    Disco Club

    Disco Club

    1978

    A vibrant blend of samba-funk and soul grooves, pulsating with infectious rhythms and Tim Maia's powerful vocals.

  20. 20
    What a Wonderful World – Oldies But Goodies

    What a Wonderful World – Oldies But Goodies

    1997

    A soulful fusion of classic American pop and Brazilian rhythms, adorned with Maia's rich, emotive vocals.

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