Lyrics from “Camisa Amarela” by Ary Barroso (1939) Original Recording by Araci de Almeida: 1956 Recording by Ary Barroso: — I found my man in the avenue In a yellow shirt Singing Florisbela, ah, Florisbela I invited him to come home in my company He showed me an ironic smile And disappeared in the tumult… Continue reading Camisa Amarela
Lyrics from “Lenço no Pescoço” by Wilson Batista Recorded by Silvio Caldas in 1933 Good audio version(Grooveshark) — My hat tilted to the side Wood-soled shoe dragging Kerchief around my neck Razor in my pocket I swagger around I provoke and challenge I am proud To be such a vagabond (Repeat) I know they talk… Continue reading Lenço no Pescoço
Lyrics to Aquarela Brasileira by Silas de Oliveira Written for Império Serrano Samba School, Carnaval 1964 Good audio version: search?q=aquarela+brasileira — Look at this marvel of a setting It’s a sacred episode Which the artist, in a brilliant dream Chose for this carnival And the asphalt as a catwalk Will be the canvas for Brazil in… Continue reading Aquarela Brasileira
Lyrical Brazil 