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Mas o que é o Samba

Samba is majestic; you speak with your body
And sing with your soul,
Just free your emotions and lose all control
Samba is like magic, brings you from so far

The beat is contagious
It’s shimmering, glowing like stars in the sky
It brings love and laughter when you want to cry
It’s powerful like a storm on raging sea

Mas o que é o samba
Ele serve de cura pra quem tá doente
O samba e do preto, o samba é da gente
É forte, é doce, te faz balancar

O samba entorpece
Remexe remexe, o samba é uma prece
O samba não chega, ele acontece
Na praia na rua, na mesa de bar

Acorde perfeito, conta nossa história
Samba é resistência, vive na memória
Ele toca fundo, essência da vida e das coisas do amor

Samba é poesia /Ele é minha noite
Ele é o meu dia
Samba é elegante, ele é a folia
E nessa alegria ele esconde a dor

Laiá Laiá, laiá laiá ooo
Laia laia, laia laia
Laiá Laiá, laiá laiá ooo
Laia laia, laia laia

Samba is majestic; you speak with your body
And sing with your soul, just free your emotions and lose all control
Samba is like magic, brings you from so far

The beat is contagious
It’s shimmering, glowing like stars in the sky
It brings love and laughter when you want to cry
It’s powerful like a storm on raging sea


Laia laia, laia laia




Laiá Laiá, laiá laiá ooo
Laia laia, laia laia

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song Mas Que Nada by Brasil describe the majesty and power of the samba rhythm, a musical genre that originated in Brazil and is now famous worldwide. The singer praises the samba as a way to express one's emotions, to dance, and to forget about the problems of life. They depict the samba as a magical force that brings joy and happiness, and that can heal people from their ailments.


The lyrics also highlight the historical significance of the samba, which was created by the black people of Brazil as a way to express their cultural identity and to resist oppression. The samba rhythm is described as elegant, poetic, and powerful, capable of touching people's hearts and souls. The singer celebrates the samba as a symbol of Brazilian culture and identity, and as a way to connect with others through music and dance.


In summary, the lyrics of Mas Que Nada by Brasil are a tribute to the beauty, power, and significance of the samba rhythm, portraying it as a cultural treasure that brings joy, healing, and solidarity to the people of Brazil and beyond.


Line by Line Meaning

Samba is majestic; you speak with your body
Samba is a dance style that elevates you to a regal status; your movements ensure your story is told through your body.


And sing with your soul, just free your emotions and lose all control
Samba is a song of the spirit that allows you to sing from the depths of your being, where you're encouraged to let go and be free.


Samba is like magic, brings you from so far
Samba is a mystical force that can transport you through space and time, taking you on a journey beyond your wildest dreams.


The beat is contagious
The infectious rhythm of samba is impossible to resist; once you let it in, it will remain with you forever.


It’s shimmering, glowing like stars in the sky
Samba is radiant, pulsating with energy and light, like the stars in a clear night sky.


It brings love and laughter when you want to cry
Samba is a force of joy that can bring hope and a smile to your face in moments of sadness and tears.


It’s powerful like a storm on raging sea
Samba is like a tempest on the ocean, evoking the mighty forces of nature to inspire a deep and passionate response in us all.


Samba is a cure for the sick
Samba has healing properties, known to lift the spirits and rejuvenate the soul of those who are unwell.


Samba is black, samba belongs to us
Samba, originating from Afro-Brazilian culture, has become part of Brazilian national identity and belongs to everyone in the nation.


It’s strong, it’s sweet, it makes you sway
Samba is both powerful and gentle, capable of making your body sway in perfect synchronization with the beat.


Samba numbs the senses
Samba can be so intoxicating that you can lose track of time, numb to everything else around you.


It moves you, it's like a prayer
Samba is not just a dance or a song, but also an act of devotion and veneration that moves you to your core.


Samba just happens, it's everywhere
Samba is spontaneous, occurring everywhere, whether it be on the beach, in the streets, or at a bar.


The perfect wake-up call, it tells our story
Samba has been a part of Brazilian history for a long time, and it continues to be an integral part of the national narrative to this very day.


Samba is resistance, it endures in our memory
Samba has been a form of protest, a means of resistance, and it remains an enduring symbol of the people's voice that can never be silenced.


It touches you in the depths of your being, the essence of life and love
Samba can elicit a deep emotional response from the soul, as it speaks to the very core of what it means to be alive and in love.


Samba is poetry, it's my night, my day
Samba is an art form, a beautiful expression of creativity and emotion, that can be experienced at any time, whether day or night.


Samba is elegant, it's a celebration
Samba is a refined dance that embodies grace and elegance, and it's also a time for celebration and revelry.


In this joy, it hides the pain
Samba is a form of escapism, providing a temporary release from any pain or hardship in life.


Laiá Laiá, laiá laiá ooo
The repeating chorus 'Laiá Laiá' represents the entrancing, hypnotic rhythms that samba creates.


Laia laia, laia laia
The repeating chorus 'Laia laia' represents the all-encompassing joy and light-heartedness that samba brings.


Laiá Laiá, laiá laiá ooo
The repeating chorus 'Laiá Laiá' represents the transcendent and spiritual experience that samba can evoke.


Laia laia, laia laia
The repeating chorus 'Laia laia' represents the sense of abandon and freedom that samba inspires in us all.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Ana Lélia, Jonathas Pingo

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@tomvalveede6808

I fell in love with Sergio Mendes and Brazil '66 as a teenager and have all of his Beautiful Albums! I listened to them
Incessantly while growing up and was Lucky to have Front row seats when they came to
Kansas City.
As a "Security" guard admired the ladies at the end, l snuck in behind him, onto the Stage.
I was in heaven! I spoke with
Sergio and Lani and everyone and got all of their Autographs.
I heard the security guard tell my Mom, "No one gets past me
lady!" and l said, "Mom, I'm back here!" Sergio told him to let All of my family in!
A night l have Never Forgotten!
The Best! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️😃



All comments from YouTube:

@genericinternetmale14

If your film is set in Brazil (especially in Rio) you must have this song in the opening establishing shots. It's the law.

@lunalgaleo1991

Well, there's a movie by Blue Sky that has this, although it's closer to the middle. I'm sure you've heard of it. It's called Rio.

@michael198427

THE LAW YUP👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾😎

@juanitalugo

like american fils and the usa flag

@dc10fomin65

Yes it's important to establish a country's sort of identifiable music and sound, Brazilian sounds are clear and lasting, so tell me, what would be the "now" American identifiable sound or rhythm ? rock and roll, popular, jive talking, wrap music, what? America has lost it's identity in everything including music!

@genericinternetmale14

@@dc10fomin65 probably some auto-tuned garbage full of profanity

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@davidderitis9068

My dad played this record a lot when I was very little: he was Italian and just loved any kind of music, so long as it was good. This song reminds me of him and I have my mom and dad to thank for their appreciation of great music like this; so blessed to grow up in a musical family !

@wakkinem9022

This is the Mas Que Nada I know of. First listened to this when I was 12 years old. I am 63 now but still loving it.

@peeweebarney

To Wak Kinem: Same here, but I am a year older than you.

@fevralchetrn9473

peeweebarney I’m 150 old now

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