Known as "Sapoti", she started singing in church choir. While working in a light bulb plant, she participated in programs put on for University students, using the name of Ângela Maria, so as not to be identified by her family. She won all the competitions, and went on to sing in the Dancing Avenida and, later, in the Radio Mayrink Veiga.
Ângela Maria made her first recording in 1951. During the years following, she was acknowledged as one of the great interpreters of the "samba-canção", alongside Maysa Matarazzo, Nora Ney, and Dolores Duran. She was also the inspiration for some of the greatest names of the MPB, such as Elis Regina and Gal Costa.
During her carer, Ângela Maria recorded dozens of successful hits, including "Não Tenho Você", "Babalu", "Cinderela", "Moça Bonita", "Vá, mas Volte", "Garota Solitária", "Falhaste Coração", "Canto Paraguaio", "A Noite e a Despedida", "Gente Humilde", and "Lábios de Mel".
Vete
Angela Maria Lyrics
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Si quieres que te quiera
No me pagues con traiciones
El amor no tiene precio
Yo no soy tu posesión
Si me mientes y me humillas
No tendrás mi corazón
Yo ya no quiero verte
Verte, será mi mala suerte
Te juro que, no más
Nunca podrás tenerme
Prefiero sola estar
¡Qué contigo someterme!
Mentiroso
Si quieres que te quiera
No me pagues con traiciones
El amor no tiene precio
Yo no soy tu posesión (No señor)
Si me mientes y me humillas
No tendrás mi corazón
Vete
Yo ya no quiero verte
Verte, será mi mala suerte
Te juro que, no más
Nunca podrás tenerme
Prefiero sola estar
¡Que a tu lado someterme!
Qué creías
The lyrics to Angela Maria's song "Vete" talk about rejecting someone who has betrayed or hurt the singer. The song seems to address a romantic relationship where the other person has lied, disrespected, or manipulated the singer. The singer conveys that love cannot be bought or forced, and the other person should not treat them like a possession. The chorus repeats the idea that she does not want to see the person anymore and it would bring bad luck to be around them. The song ends with a defiant statement that the singer would rather be alone than submit to the person's mistreatment.
Angela Maria's delivery of the song is powerful and emotive. She conveys a sense of defiance and determination to move on from a toxic relationship. The lyrics reflect a relatable experience for many people who have had to set boundaries or end relationships due to betrayal or mistreatment. The song's message is ultimately one of self-respect and empowerment.
Line by Line Meaning
Bandido
Addressing a dishonest and unfaithful person
Si quieres que te quiera
If you want my love and affection
No me pagues con traiciones
Do not repay me with deceit and betrayal
El amor no tiene precio
Love cannot be bought or sold
Yo no soy tu posesión
I am not your possession
Si me mientes y me humillas
If you lie to me and disrespect me
No tendrás mi corazón
You will not have my heart
Vete
Leave me alone
Yo ya no quiero verte
I no longer want to see you
Verte, será mi mala suerte
Seeing you will bring me bad luck
Te juro que, no más
I swear that, no more
Nunca podrás tenerme
You will never have me
Prefiero sola estar
I prefer to be alone
¡Qué contigo someterme!
Than to submit to you!
Mentiroso
Addressing a liar
Qué creías
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Writer(s): Nicolas Uribe
Contributed by Jonathan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.