João Valentão

Lyrics from "João Valentão" by Dorival Caymmi (1945) -- Listen: João Gilberto, recording in Chico Pereira's house, 1958 -- João Valentão is a bully, he throws blows He doesn't pay attention and he doesn't even contemplate life He intimidates every João, he does things that even God can't believe But he has his moment in life...… Continue reading João Valentão

O Sol Nascerá (A Sorrir)

Lyrics from "O Sol Nascerá (A Sorrir)" by Cartola and Élton Medeiros Album: Nara (Nara Leão, 1964); Cartola (1974) ----- Smiling... I intend to live life Because crying I saw my childhood lost Smiling... I intend to live life Because crying I saw my childhood lost When the storm ends The sun will come out When this longing… Continue reading O Sol Nascerá (A Sorrir)

Samba da Bênção

Lyrics from "Samba da Bênção" by Vinicius de Moraes and Baden Powell Album: Vinicius (1967) ----- It’s better to be happy than to be sad Jo is the best thing that exists It’s just like a light in your heart But to make a samba with beauty You need a lot of sorrow You need a lot… Continue reading Samba da Bênção