Lyrics from "Futuros Amantes" by Chico Buarque (1993) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCRXqukn688 (After the song in this video Chico comments on Brazilian songs about love and heartbreak, mentioning some of his favorites.) -- Don't get flustered, nothing needs to happen right now Love's in no hurry, it can wait in silence Buried deep in a bureau In the poste-restante Millennia,… Continue reading Futuros Amantes
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“Estrela de Madureira” and “Madureira Chorou”
Lyrics from "Estrela de Madureira" by Acyr Pimentel and Cardoso; recorded by Roberto Ribeiro (1975) --- Shining in a tremendous theater, in a tourbillion of light, of light The vision appears of she who my samba expresses The star goes on shining, a thousand sequins sprinkling the ground with poetry The lead showgirl from the suburb on the Central line… Continue reading “Estrela de Madureira” and “Madureira Chorou”
Falando de amor
"Falando de amor" by Tom Jobim (1979) Dialogue until minute 1:08: https://youtu.be/3mIvdzqrpXU - Song without dialogue: --- If I were able for a day, this love, this joy I swear I'd give you - if I were able - this love every day Come close, come without fear, come closer my sweet-heart Come listen to this secret hidden in a choro song… Continue reading Falando de amor
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