In the '60s, Elis was a leader and a standard-bearer in defense of Brazilian popular music, heavily contributing to the formation of the MPB label, with commercial and ideological characteristics at the same time. She was the first major artist to emerge from music festivals in the 1960s and detached herself from the Bossa Nova aesthetic through the use of her vocal range and drama. Initially, her style was influenced by radio singers, especially Ângela Maria. After four unsuccessful studio albums — Viva a Brotolândia (1961), Poema de Amor (1962), Elis Regina (1963), O Bem do Amor (1963) — Elis was the biggest revelation of the TV Excelsior festival in 1965, when he sang "Arrastão" by Vinícius de Moraes and Edu Lobo. This feat would guarantee him the invitation to act on television and, shortly afterwards, the title of first star of Brazilian popular song, when he started to command, alongside Jair Rodrigues, one of the two most important Brazilian popular music programs, O Fino da bossa. In 1967, she married Ronaldo Bôscoli, then director of O Fino da Bossa. From 1972, Elis began a relationship with César Camargo Mariano, which would last until 1981, in one of the most successful partnerships in Brazilian Popular Music.
She sang many genres: MPB, bossa nova, samba, rock and jazz. Interpreting songs like "Madalena", "Águas de Março", "Atrás da Porta", "Como Nosso Pais", "O Bêbado e a Equilibrista" and "Querellas do Brasil", he recorded moments of happiness, love, sadness and patriotism. Throughout his career, he stood out for also singing songs by artists, still little known, such as Milton Nascimento, Ivan Lins, Belchior, Renato Teixeira, Aldir Blanc, João Bosco, helping to launch them and publicize their works. , boosting them in the Brazilian music scene. Among other partnerships, the duets she had with Jair Rodrigues, Tom Jobim and Rita Lee are famous. With her second husband, pianist César Camargo Mariano, she consecrated a long work of great creativity and musical consistency and, in technical terms, was considered the best brazilian singer. His most memorable artistic presence is perhaps registered on the albums Em Pleno Verão (1970), Elis (1972), Elis (1973), Elis & Tom (1974), Elis (1974), Falso Brilhante (1976), Transversal do Tempo (1978). ), Essa Mulher (1979), Saudade do Brasil (1980) and Elis (1980). She was the first person to inscribe her own voice as if it were an instrument, in the Order of Musicians of Brazil. In 2013, she was elected the best female voice in Brazilian music by Rolling Stone Magazine. Elis was also mentioned in the list of the greatest artists in Brazilian music, ranking 14th, being the best-placed woman. In November of the same year, a musical was premiered in honor of her Elis, the musical.
Elis Regina died prematurely at the age of 36, at the height of her career, causing strong commotion in the country and leaving a vast body of work in Brazilian popular music. Although there were controversies and disputes as to the cause of death, the tests showed that the cause was the consumption of cocaine associated with alcohol, which caused a cardiac arrest.
Outra Vez
Elis Regina Lyrics
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This is that once in a lifetime
This is the thrill divine
What's more, this never happened before
Though I have prayed for a lifetime
That such as you would suddenly be mine
Mine to hold as I"m holding you now and yet never so near
Mine to have when the now and the here disappear
This doesn't happen again
We'll have this moment forever
But never, never, again
Again, this couldn't happen again
This is that once in a lifetime
This is the thrill divine
What's more, this never happened before
Though I have prayed for a lifetime
That such as you would suddenly be mine
Mine to hold as I"m holding you now and yet never so near
Mine to have when the now and the here disappear
What matters, dear, for when
This doesn't happen again
We'll have this moment forever
In Elis Regina's song "Outra Vez," the singer expresses her awe and gratitude for the rare moment she is experiencing with her loved one. She believes their encounter is a once in a lifetime opportunity, a "thrill divine." She acknowledges that she has prayed for someone like him, but never imagined that it could become a reality. In this moment, she is holding him close and cherishing every second they have together because she knows that it may never happen again. She revels in the present, forgetting about what may happen in the future.
The song conveys the precious nature of love, as one cannot predict or control its appearance in one's life. Regina's voice trembles with emotion, and she emphasizes the importance of cherishing the moment, knowing that it will never happen again. The lyrics are deeply personal and universal, as they capture our profound longing for human connection and the transience of happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
This couldn't happen again
The singer feels extremely lucky and grateful for experiencing a rare and extraordinary moment in their life.
This is that once in a lifetime
The moment is considered to be a unique, rare and extraordinary occurrence in the singer's life, something that they will never forget.
This is the thrill divine
The experience is considered to be an exhilarating and emotional one, something that makes the singer feel elated and joyful.
What's more, this never happened before
The moment is unprecedented and unparalleled, something that has never happened or been experienced by the artist before.
Though I have prayed for a lifetime
Despite having wished and hoped for a long time, the realization of this moment is considered to be surprising and unexpected.
That such as you would suddenly be mine
The singer expresses a feeling of disbelief and astonishment at having the other person in their life. They feel immensely lucky and blessed to have them.
Mine to hold as I'm holding you now and yet never so near
The singer is holding onto the other person with immense love and affection, cherishing the moment and the closeness. They are aware of the fleeting nature of the experience and treasure it deeply.
Mine to have when the now and the here disappear
The artist feels possessive and protective of the moment and the other person, wanting to keep them close forever. They are aware that the moment and the present will eventually pass, and want to hold onto it as much as possible.
What matters, dear, for when this doesn't happen again
The artist acknowledges that the moment is temporary, but emphasizes that it doesn't diminish its value or significance. They acknowledge that it is a once in a lifetime occurrence and something to be cherished deeply.
We'll have this moment forever
Despite the moment being temporary, the artist is hopeful that it will be remembered and cherished forever. They hope that it will continue to bring joy and happiness in the future, even when the moment has ended.
But never, never again
The singer acknowledges that the moment is truly unique and unlikely to be repeated, emphasizing its rarity and significance.
Again, this couldn't happen again
The artist repeats the sentiment from the beginning, emphasizing the uniqueness and rarity of the moment.
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Written by: Dorcas Cochran, Lionel Newman
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