Chega de Saudade
João Gilberto · 1959
60 min · 26 tracks · indie pop · samba · bossa nova
Gentle guitar melodies intertwine with soft, intimate vocals, embodying the essence of bossa nova's romantic charm.
Chega de Saudade is an album by João Gilberto, released in 1959. Gentle guitar melodies intertwine with soft, intimate vocals, embodying the essence of bossa nova's romantic charm. The album is credited with popularizing bossa nova both in Brazil and internationally, earning critical acclaim and influencing a generation of musicians. Its title track, 'Chega de Saudade,' became an anthem for the movement and solidified Gilberto's role as a pioneer in modern Brazilian music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Chega de Saudade sound like?
Gentle guitar melodies intertwine with soft, intimate vocals, embodying the essence of bossa nova's romantic charm. Rooted in indie pop and samba.
What makes Chega de Saudade by João Gilberto notable?
The album is credited with popularizing bossa nova both in Brazil and internationally, earning critical acclaim and influencing a generation of musicians. Its title track, 'Chega de Saudade,' became an anthem for the movement and solidified Gilberto's role as a pioneer in modern Brazilian music. Released in 1959, 'Chega de Saudade' marked João Gilberto's debut album and the birth of the bossa nova genre. At this point in his career, Gilberto was transitioning from local performer to a national figure, introducing sophisticated rhythms and harmonies that would shape Brazilian music for decades.
How many songs are on Chega de Saudade?
Chega de Saudade has 26 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Chega de saudade Standout 2:03
- 2 Lobo bobo 1:21
- 3 Brigas nunca mais 2:07
- 4 Hô-bá-lá-lá 2:17
- 5 Saudade fez um samba 1:47
- 6 Maria ninguém 2:23
- 7 Desafinado Standout 1:58
- 8 Rosa morena 2:06
- 9 Morena boca de ouro 2:01
- 10 Bim bom 1:17
- 11 Aos pés da cruz 1:35
- 12 É luxo só 1:59
- 13 A Felicidade Standout 2:56
- 14 Manhã de carnaval 2:38
- 15 O nosso amor 2:27
- 16 Chega de saudade Standout 3:30
- 17 Chega de saudade Standout 2:40
- 18 Lobo bobo 2:34
- 19 Lobo bobo 2:00
- 20 Hô-bá-lá-lá 2:51
- 21 Hô-bá-lá-lá 2:54
- 22 Hô-bá-lá-lá 2:47
- 23 Maria ninguém 2:20
- 24 Minha saudade 2:42
- 25 Minha saudade 2:20
- 26 Minha saudade 3:09
Release Date
March 1, 1959
Artist Origin
Brazil
Runtime
60 min 42 sec
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