Bob Tostes was a producer of Rádio Inconfidência FM in the opening of "Brasileiríssima" program in 1979 e 1980. He returned to the broadcasting company in 1996 for the production of daily shows about cinema and Música Popular Brasileira, place where he remained up to 1998. In 1999 he went on to work for Rádio Guarani FM to participate in the program improvement and in special productions. Ever since 1996 he has conducted the children’s choir of Escola Santo Tomás de Aquino in Belo Horizonte.
He has sung along in shows with Suzana Tostes, Juarez Moreira, Renato Motha, Patrícia Lobato, Délio Cardoso, Marilton Borges, Roberto Menescal, Antonio Adolfo, Nara Leão, Célio Balona, Jane Duboc, Talita Babl, Patty Asher, Titi Walter, Roberto Guimarães,Pacífico Mascarenhas, Christiano Caldas, Pingo Ballona, Milton Ramos and Cléber Alves, among others.
In 2002 he released the CD "Sessão Dupla - Novas Bossas" with Suzana Tostes featuring special guests. In 2006 he was invited by Roberto Menescal to record the CD "Sinatra in Bossa" to be released on the Japanese market.
DISCOGRAPHY
* 2007:"Sinatra in bossa/Call me irresponsible" -- Bob Tostes with Roberto Menescal (Japan: LD&K)
* 2006:"Sinatra in bossa/Call me irresponsible" -Bob Tostes with Roberto Menescal (Albatroz/Brazil)
* 2003:"Sambacana: volume 3", re-release (Japan: EMI)
* 2003:"Sessão dupla: Novas bossas", with Suzana Tostes (Portugal)
* 2002:"Sessão dupla: Novas bossas", with Suzana Tostes, Renato Motha, Roberto Menescal, Juarez Moreira and Jane Duboc. (São Paulo: Dabliú)
* 1980:"Aleluia, Bossa Nova" recorded live at "Baubles" in 1978 and featuring special guests- Rio de Janeiro/Label: Imagem/ Independent)
* 1976:"Sambacana: volume 4", with Suzana Tostes, Wagner Tiso, Nivaldo Ornelas and Toninho Horta performing songs by Pacífico Mascarenhas (Rio de Janeiro: Tapecar)
The Lady Is a Tramp
Bob Tostes Lyrics
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She loves the theater, but she never comes late
I never bother, with people that I hate
That's why this chick is a tramp
She doesn't like crap games, with barons and earls
Won't go to Harlem, in ermines and pearls
And I definitely won't dish out dirt, with the rest of those girls (Thank-you)
That's why the lady is a tramp
Life without care, oh I'm so broke, it's old
I hate California, it's crowded and damp
That's why the lady is a tramp (I am a tramp)
Sometimes I go to Coney Island, oh the beach is divine
And I love the Yankees, Jeeter's just fine
I follow Rogers and Heart, she sings every line
That's why the lady is a tramp
I love a prizefight, that isn't a fake (no fakes)
I love to row boat with you and your wife on Central Park lake
She goes to Opera and stays wide awake (yes, I do)
That's why this lady is a tramp
She likes the green (green) grass (grass) under her shoes
What can I lose, 'cause I got no dough (oh no?)
I'm all alone when I lower my lamp
That's why the lady is a tramp
Go!
I love your free fresh, I love your handkerchief in my hair
Life without care, but I am so broke, that's oak
Hates California it's cold and it's damp
That's why the lady is a tramp
That's why this lady is a tramp
That's why the lady is a tramp
Bob Tostes's song, The Lady Is a Tramp, is a fun and lighthearted tune that celebrates a carefree and independent woman who doesn't conform to societal norms. The lyrics are packed with contradictions and surprises, keeping the listener on their toes. The first verse sets the tone, with the Lady admitting she gets too hungry for dinner at eight, loves the theater but never comes late and refuses to bother with people she hates. It's clear that she's not interested in following anyone else's rules, which is why the singer calls her a tramp. But what does that word mean in this context?
In the context of the song, the word "tramp" doesn't mean what it typically does. Instead, it's used to describe a woman who isn't tied down by convention and is free to live life on her own terms. The Lady is a tramp because she doesn't care about material things or status symbols. She doesn't like crap games with barons and earls, won't go to Harlem in ermines and pearls, and won't dish out dirt with the rest of the girls. She's comfortable being who she is, and that's what makes her attractive to the singer.
Line by Line Meaning
She gets too hungry, for dinner at eight
I am starving.
She loves the theater, but she never comes late
She is punctual and appreciates the art of theater.
I never bother, with people that I hate
I avoid negative people and their influence.
That's why this chick is a tramp
This is why she is independent and free-spirited.
She doesn't like crap games, with barons and earls
She does not enjoy indulging in gambling with privileged individuals.
Won't go to Harlem, in ermines and pearls
She does not dress ostentatiously and is not interested in attending high-profile events in Harlem.
And I definitely won't dish out dirt, with the rest of those girls (Thank-you)
She will not engage in gossip or slander with her peers.
That's why the lady is a tramp
This is why she is independent and free-spirited.
I love the free, fresh wind in my hair
She enjoys freedom and the sensation of the fresh wind in her hair.
Life without care, oh I'm so broke, it's old
She does not have much material wealth and is content with the simple things in life.
I hate California, it's crowded and damp
She dislikes the climate and population density of California.
That's why the lady is a tramp (I am a tramp)
This is why she is independent and free-spirited.
Sometimes I go to Coney Island, oh the beach is divine
She enjoys visiting Coney Island and finds the beach there to be wonderful.
And I love the Yankees, Jeeter's just fine
She is a fan of the Yankees and appreciates Jeter's talent.
I follow Rogers and Heart, she sings every line
She appreciates the music of Rodgers and Hart and knows all the lyrics.
That's why the lady is a tramp
This is why she is independent and free-spirited.
I love a prizefight, that isn't a fake (no fakes)
She enjoys genuine prizefighting.
I love to row boat with you and your wife on Central Park lake
She enjoys rowing on Central Park lake with friends.
She goes to Opera and stays wide awake (yes, I do)
She enjoys attending and appreciating opera performances.
That's why this lady is a tramp
This is why she is independent and free-spirited.
She likes the green (green) grass (grass) under her shoes
She enjoys nature and feeling the grass under her feet.
What can I lose, 'cause I got no dough (oh no?)
She has little material wealth and does not have much to lose.
I'm all alone when I lower my lamp
She enjoys her solitude and privacy.
That's why the lady is a tramp
This is why she is independent and free-spirited.
I love your free fresh, I love your handkerchief in my hair
She appreciates the natural and simple gifts in life, such as the fresh wind and a handkerchief in her hair.
Life without care, but I am so broke, that's oak
She has little material wealth, but does not worry or stress about it.
Hates California it's cold and it's damp
She strongly dislikes the climate and population density of California.
That's why the lady is a tramp
This is why she is independent and free-spirited.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Lorenz Hart, Richard Rodgers
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