In 1993 he released NOME – CD + Video + Book, putting together a multimedia project which associated poetry, music and computer animation (produced with the partnership of Celia Catunda, Kiko Mistrorigo and Zaba Moreau). The video "Nome" was presented in several exhibits and festivals held in Brazil, Italy, Argentina, Australia, Switzerland, Germany, Austria, France and Spain (received recommendation of the Jury at the Festival International de Video Cidade de Vigo 1995), Netherlands, Monaco, Uruguay, Cuba, Chile, Colombia and USA (received "Honorable Mention" at The First Annual New York Video Festival).
As a solo artist, Arnaldo Antunes also released the albums: NINGUÉM (1995), O SILÊNCIO (1996), UM SOM (1998), PARADEIRO (2001), SAIBA (Rosa Celeste/BMG 2004) and QUALQUER (Rosa Celeste/Biscoito Fino 2006). He also released other albums at special projects, including O CORPO (1999), a soundtrack especially produced for the Minas Gerais-based dance groupGrupo Corpo, and the album TRIBALISTAS (EMI/Phonomotor 2002), a collective project along with Marisa Monte and Carlinhos Brown.
His compositions have been inserted into the soundtracks of several movies such as Blue in the face, directed by Wayne Want and Paul Auster; Bicho de Sete Cabeças, directed by Lais Bodanzki; Dois Perdidos Numa Noite Suja, adapted from a novel by Plinio Marcos, directed by José Joffily; Benjamim, adapted from a novel by Chico Buarque, directed by Monique Gardenberg. His compositions have been covered by Adriana Calcanhotto, Ana Carolina, Barão Vermelho, Carlinhos Brown, Cássia Eller, Clã, Daniela Mercury, Elza Soares, Gal Costa, Gilberto Gil, Ira!, Jorge Ben Jor, Jota Quest, Lenine, Margareth Menezes, Maria Bethânia, Marina Lima, Marisa Monte, Nando Reis, Rita Lee, Sandra Sá and Zélia Duncan.
Luzes
Arnaldo Antunes Lyrics
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Acenda a luz dos lampiões
Inflame a chama dos salões
Fogos de línguas de dragões
Vagalumes
Numa nuvem de poeira de neon
Tudo claro
Tudo claro à noite, assim que é bom
Acesa na janela lá de casa
O fogo
O foco lá no beco e um farol
Essa noite
Essa noite vai ter sol
Essa noite
Essa noite vai ter sol
The opening lines of Arnaldo Antunes's song "Luzes" describe the act of turning on a lamp at six in the evening, whilst later in the chorus, the phrase "tudo claro à noite" ("everything clear at night") illuminates the theme of light, shining a spotlight on the importance of illumination in our lives. This idea is furthered with the image of lit lamps and dragon-shaped tongues of fire which create a cloud of neon dust within the darkness. The song uses the metaphorical power of light to represent hope, clarity, and understanding, whilst acknowledging the darkness that can often accompany it. The final lines of "Essa noite vai ter sol" ("This night will have sun") present a paradox, suggesting that even in times of darkness, there is still the possibility of illumination and hope.
The song's lyrical message is reinforced by the accompanying music, which features a mix of electronic and acoustic instruments, including drums, guitar, and keyboard. The instrumentation underscores the song's themes of hope and optimism, with a bright, energetic sound that seems to embody the power of light itself. The rhythm also imbues the song with a sense of forward movement, emphasizing the idea that even in times of darkness, there is always the potential for movement and progression.
Line by Line Meaning
Acendo a lâmpada às seis horas da tarde
I turn on the lamp at six in the afternoon.
Acenda a luz dos lampiões
Light up the lamp posts.
Inflame a chama dos salões
Ignite the flames in the halls.
Fogos de línguas de dragões
Fireworks with dragon-like tongues.
Vagalumes
Fireflies.
Numa nuvem de poeira de neon
In a cloud of neon dust.
Tudo claro
Everything is clear.
Tudo claro à noite, assim que é bom
Everything is clear at night, that's how it should be.
A luz
The light.
Acesa na janela lá de casa
Turned on in the window of my house.
O fogo
The fire.
O foco lá no beco e um farol
The spotlight in the alley and a lighthouse.
Essa noite
Tonight.
Essa noite vai ter sol
Tonight, the sun will come out.
Essa noite
Tonight.
Essa noite vai ter sol
Tonight, the sun will come out.
Contributed by Stella A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Gabriel MFS
Que bela música....
''Acenda a lâmpada às seis horas da tarde
Acenda a luz dos lampiões
Inflame a chama dos salões
Fogos de línguas de dragões
Vagalumes
Numa nuvem de poeira de neon
Tudo claro
Tudo claro à noite, assim que é bom
A luz
Acesa na janela lá de casa
O fogo
O foco lá no beco e um farol
Essa noite
Essa noite vai ter sol
Essa noite
Essa noite vai ter sol''
Gabriel MFS
Que bela música....
''Acenda a lâmpada às seis horas da tarde
Acenda a luz dos lampiões
Inflame a chama dos salões
Fogos de línguas de dragões
Vagalumes
Numa nuvem de poeira de neon
Tudo claro
Tudo claro à noite, assim que é bom
A luz
Acesa na janela lá de casa
O fogo
O foco lá no beco e um farol
Essa noite
Essa noite vai ter sol
Essa noite
Essa noite vai ter sol''
gilvanilda santos lira
a voz de Arnaldo penetra na alma !
Madalena Andrade
Amo essa parte que você apresenta seus músicos acho lindo demais! beautiful!
Marcos Machado
Uma das canções mais bonitas dos últimos anos, por todo o conjunto da obra.
Madalena Andrade
Música top 🔝🔝 linda d+💞💞
Fernanda Vieira
Linda!!! Adoro Paulo Leminski .Sem contar a sonoridade dessa música é maravilhosa!!!Fico emocionada.
Madalena Andrade
QUE VOZZZ É ESSA? E DE ARREPIAR! ❤
Silvia Baumer
Banda maravilhosa! Cada artista lindo e talentoso, formando um conjunto sen sa cio nal!!! Amo!
Patricio Maia
É muito além do bom gosto sonoro.. Muito bommmmmmm!!!!!!!!
eliana alixandria
A voz do Arnaldo ilumina......