Lamento no morro

The Apelo theme is part of a collection of songs that Vinicius de Moraes compiled, which includes compositions by other talented artists such as Tom Jobim, Carlos Lyra, and Baden Powell. This piece, which lasts 16 minutes and 14 seconds, is presented alongside other works like Lamento no Morro, A Felicidade, Coisa Mais Linda, Primavera, Minha Namorada, Deixa, Samba em Prelúdio, Marcha da Quarta-Feira de Cinzas, Tempo Feliz, Berimbau, Consolação, and Canto de Ossanha.

Vinicius de Moraes, born in Rio de Janeiro in 1913 and deceased in the same city in 1980, was a key figure in Brazil's popular music. In addition to writing the lyrics for many songs now considered classics, he also participated as a performer in various recordings. His talent was not limited to music; he also served as a diplomat for Brazil.