Lyrics from "A voz do morro" by Zé Kéti (1955) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2w_V4H-pxFY - I'm samba, the voice from the morro, that's me indeed, yes sir I want to show the world that I have worth I'm the king of the terreiro, I'm samba I'm native from here, from Rio de Janeiro I'm the one who brings joy to millions… Continue reading “A voz do morro” and “Acender as velas”
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Ai, que saudades da Amélia
Lyrics from "Ai, que saudades da Amélia" by Ataulfo Alves and Mário Lago (1942) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDtAUiTRzac __ I've never seen someone make so many demands, nor do what you do to me You don't know what a conscience is, and don't get that I'm just a poor guy You only think about luxury and riches, everything you… Continue reading Ai, que saudades da Amélia
Que Rei Sou Eu
Lyrics from "Que Rei Sou Eu" by Herivelto Martins and Valdemar Ressurreição (1945) --- What [sort of] king am I, without a kingdom, without a crown Without a castle, without a queen After all, what sort of king am I? My dominion is small, and it's restricted I only give orders in my district Because… Continue reading Que Rei Sou Eu
Lyrical Brazil 