Caetano Veloso

Caetano Veloso is an undisputed reference in Brazilian music, known for his ability to reinvent and breathe new life into the sounds of his country. His career, spanning more than six decades, is marked by a deep connection with Brazilian culture and a unique skill for fusing genres. From his beginnings in bossa nova, influenced by figures like João Gilberto, to his central role in the Tropicalismo movement, Veloso has been a pioneer in the search for a sound that transcends borders and eras.

A defining moment in his career was the release of the album Tropicalia ou Panis et Circencis in 1968, which not only redefined Brazilian popular music but also became a cultural manifesto in a context of political repression. The song "É Proibido Proibir", composed in response to the military regime, is a clear example of his social commitment and his ability to use music as a tool of resistance. His exile in London after being arrested in 1969 also marked a turning point in his production, giving rise to melancholic and reflective works, such as his self-titled album from 1971, where he explored universal themes in English.

Alternative rock art pop MPB singer-songwriter tropicália 1940s

2 Albums

22 Songs

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Coração Vagabundo

Domingo · 1967

2:25 02

Avarandado

Domingo · 1967

2:45 03

Um Dia

Domingo · 1967

3:11 04

Domingo

Domingo · 1967

1:25 05

Candeias

Domingo · 1967

3:11 06

Remelexo

Domingo · 1967

1:54 07

Maria Joana

Domingo · 1967

1:42 08

Zabelê

Domingo · 1967

2:49 09

Rumba azul

Fina estampa · 1994

4:03 10

Pecado

Fina estampa · 1994

4:37

2 album|s · 1967 — 1994

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1994 ★ Essential

Fina estampa

14 song|s · Rock alternativo

1967 ★ Essential

Domingo

8 song|s · Rock alternativo

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Throughout his career, Caetano has experimented with diverse styles, from reggae in Transa to the fusion of rock and samba in Cê and Zii e Zie. His collaborations with other great artists, such as Gal Costa and Gilberto Gil, have been fundamental to his musical evolution, as well as his participation in projects like the Doces Bárbaros in 1976. With more than fifty albums to his name, his legacy extends beyond music, venturing into literature and cinema, with songs featured in soundtracks of renowned films. Caetano Veloso is not just a musician; he is a cultural icon who has left an indelible mark on the history of Latin American music.