O Canto da Cidade
Daniela Mercury · 1992
42 min · 12 tracks · música popular brasileira · Latin pop
A vibrant fusion of samba rhythms and pop melodies that celebrates Brazilian culture and identity.
O Canto da Cidade is an album by Daniela Mercury, released in 1992. A vibrant fusion of samba rhythms and pop melodies that celebrates Brazilian culture and identity. 'O Canto da Cidade' is significant for its commercial success, reaching #1 on the Brazilian charts and establishing Mercury as a leading voice in música popular brasileira. The album played a crucial role in popularizing axé music, influencing a generation of artists and contributing to the global recognition of Brazilian rhythms. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does O Canto da Cidade sound like?
A vibrant fusion of samba rhythms and pop melodies that celebrates Brazilian culture and identity. Rooted in música popular brasileira and Latin pop.
What makes O Canto da Cidade by Daniela Mercury notable?
'O Canto da Cidade' is significant for its commercial success, reaching #1 on the Brazilian charts and establishing Mercury as a leading voice in música popular brasileira. The album played a crucial role in popularizing axé music, influencing a generation of artists and contributing to the global recognition of Brazilian rhythms. Released in 1992, 'O Canto da Cidade' was Daniela Mercury's debut album that propelled her into the national spotlight. At this time, she was emerging from the Salvador music scene, transitioning from local performer to a prominent figure in Brazilian popular music.
How many songs are on O Canto da Cidade?
O Canto da Cidade has 12 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 O canto da cidade Standout 3:24
- 2 Batuque Standout 3:22
- 3 Você não entende nada / Cotidiano (música incidental) 3:05
- 4 Bandidos da América 3:27
- 5 Geração perdida Standout 4:10
- 6 Só pra te mostrar 3:55
- 7 O mais belo dos belos (A verdade do Ilê) / O charme da Liberdade) 3:31
- 8 Rosa negra 3:42
- 9 Vem morar comigo 3:37
- 10 Exótica das artes 3:29
- 11 Rimas irmãs 3:43
- 12 Monumento vivo 3:06
Release Date
January 1, 1992
Artist Origin
Brazil
Runtime
42 min 37 sec
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