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Aquarela do Brasil

Dionne Warwick · 1994

52 min · 12 tracks · soul

A vibrant blend of Brazilian rhythms and soul, echoing the lush landscapes of Brazil through Warwick's emotive vocals.

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steady rhythmic journey throughout vibrant energy for gatherings emotive vocals for deep listening
Context
By 1994, Dionne Warwick was transitioning into a phase of exploring international sounds, following her successful career in pop and soul. 'Aquarela do Brasil' marked a significant shift as it showcased her interpretation of Brazilian music, reflecting her versatility after decades in the industry since her debut in the early 1960s.
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Aquarela do Brasil is an album by Dionne Warwick, released in 1994. A vibrant blend of Brazilian rhythms and soul, echoing the lush landscapes of Brazil through Warwick's emotive vocals. This album is notable for its cultural fusion, bringing Brazilian music to a broader audience and expanding Warwick's artistic repertoire. It received positive critical reception, particularly for its lush arrangements and Warwick's vocal performance, which helped reintroduce bossa nova and samba to contemporary listeners. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Aquarela do Brasil sound like?

A vibrant blend of Brazilian rhythms and soul, echoing the lush landscapes of Brazil through Warwick's emotive vocals. Rooted in soul.

What makes Aquarela do Brasil by Dionne Warwick notable?

This album is notable for its cultural fusion, bringing Brazilian music to a broader audience and expanding Warwick's artistic repertoire. It received positive critical reception, particularly for its lush arrangements and Warwick's vocal performance, which helped reintroduce bossa nova and samba to contemporary listeners. By 1994, Dionne Warwick was transitioning into a phase of exploring international sounds, following her successful career in pop and soul. 'Aquarela do Brasil' marked a significant shift as it showcased her interpretation of Brazilian music, reflecting her versatility after decades in the industry since her debut in the early 1960s.

Who is Aquarela do Brasil for?

Aquarela do Brasil works well if you're into steady rhythmic journey throughout, vibrant energy for gatherings and emotive vocals for deep listening.

How many songs are on Aquarela do Brasil?

Aquarela do Brasil has 12 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·52:47

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Jobim (medley) Standout 5:53
  • 2 Virou Areia Standout 4:15
  • 3 Oh Bahia 5:28
  • 4 Piano Na Mangueira 2:49
  • 5 Captives of the Heart 4:50
  • 6 Samba Dobrado 4:22
  • 7 Heart of Brazil 4:38
  • 8 N Kosi Sikelel I: Afrika / So Bashiya Bahlala Ekhaya 3:51
  • 9 Brazil (Aquarela Do Brasil) Standout 4:01
  • 10 Caravan 3:56
  • 11 Flower of Bahia 4:18
  • 12 10,000 Words 4:26

Release Date

January 1, 1994

Genre

soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

52 min 47 sec