The heart of Brazil. The best hymn to life that sublimates sadness into joy. This samba playlist was passionately curated by a staff member who deeply loves Brazilian music and is eager to share the beauty of samba.
When people think of samba, many may imagine the flashy sounds and visuals of Rio's Carnival. However, that’s a highly ornate, festival-tuned version of samba—akin to a decorated truck. True samba, like American blues, is simple, sometimes sad, yet heartwarming music that resonates with the lives of the poor, much like a city bus. For this playlist, we’ve focused on refined, easy-listening sambas that capture the soulful charm of the genre. Enjoy exploring the authentic, understated beauty of samba.
Samba Eterno
1. Pranto de Poeta / Cartola
2. O Samba É o Meu Dom / The Ipanemas
3. Clone Barato / Agenor de Oliveira
4. Retrato da Vida / Élton Medeiros
5. Zambiapungo / Roberta Sá & Trio Madeira Brasil
6. Feita na Bahia / Maria Bethânia
7. Hora da Razão / Batatinha
8. Todo Menino é um Rei / Roberto Ribeiro
9. Volta Meu Amor /Marisa Monte e Velha Guarda da Portela
10. Ame / Paulinho Da Viola e Élton Medeiros
11. Deu Ruim / Mart'nália
12. Tenta a Sorte / Diogo Nogueira
13. Amor com Certeza / Arlindo Cruz
14. Rumo ao Infinito / Maria Rita
15. Das Flores / Eduardo Gudin & Notìcias dum Brasil
16. Outono Chegou / Wilson das Neves
17. Entre os Girassóis / Moyseis Marques
18. É, pois é / Beth Carvalho
19. Conselho / Almir Guineto
20. Vai Passar / Chico Buarque
Playlist by Mikiya Tanaka (ELLA RECORDS)
Cover photo by KenKen Ogura (ELLA RECORDS)
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