The youngest of the five children of José Fares, Lebanese immigrant to Brazil, and Dona Francisca, Fagner was born in Fortaleza, the capital of the state of Ceará, although his birth was recorded in Orós.
At the age of five years he won a youth competition at a local radio station. As a teen, he formed vocal and instrumental groups and began to compose his own music. In 1968 he won the Festival de Música Popular do Ceará (Popular Music Festival of Ceará) with his song "Nada Sou" (I am Nothing).
In 1971 he moved to the capital Brasília, taking first place in the Festival de Música Popular do Centro de Estudos Universitários de Brasília (Popular Music Festival of the University Studies Center of Brasília) with his piece "Mucuripe" (with collaborator Belchior), which was later recorded by artist Elis Regina, and became Fagner's first notable success as a composer. He won prizes in other categories with additional pieces, as well.
He has had a distinguished career as a performer, singer, songwriter and composer for over 3 decades, and is also known for his collaborations with other MPB artists such as Caetano Veloso, Roberta Miranda, Chico Buarque and others.
Danado de Bom
Fagner Lyrics
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(Oxente, 'to aqui com você, né, feliz)
(Eu que 'to feliz de 'tá aqui contigo, ora)
(Jura?)
(Porque 'tá é danado)
(Danado de que, Fagner?)
('Tá danado é de bom, muié)
'Tá é danado de bom, meu cumpade
'Tá é danado de bom
Forrozinho bonitinho
Gostosinho, safadinho
Danado de bom
'Tá é danado de bom
'Tá é danado de bom, meu cumpade
'Tá é danado de bom
Forrozinho bonitinho
Gostosinho, safadinho
Danado de bom
Olha o Macambira na zabumba
O Zé Cupira no triângulo
E Mariano no melê
Olha meu compadre na viola
Meu sobrinho na manola
E Cipriano no gonguê
Olha a meninada nas cuié
'Tá sobrando capilé
E já tem bêbo pra daná
Tem nego grudado que nem piolho
Tem nega piscando o olho
Me chamando pra dançar
Tem nego grudado que nem piolho
Tem nega piscando o olho
Me chamando pra dançar
('Tá é danado de bom)
'Tá é danado de bom, meu cumpade
'Tá é danado de bom
Forrozinho bonitinho
Gostosinho, safadinho
Danado de bom
('Tá é danado de bom) 'tá bom
('Tá é danado de bom, meu cumpade) demais
('Tá é danado de bom)
Forrozinho bonitinho
Gostosinho, safadinho
Danado de bom
'Tá que forrozinho de primeira
Já num cabe forrozeiro
E cada vez chegando mais (eh)
'Tá, com a cozinha e do terreiro
Sanfoneiro, zabumbeiro
Pra frente e pra trás
Olha, meu compadre Damião
Pode apagar o lampião
Que 'tá querendo clarear
Aguenta o fole, meu compadre Bororó
Que esse é o tipo de forró
Que não tem hora pra parar
Aguenta o fole, meu compadre Bororó
Que esse é o tipo do forró
Que não tem hora pra parar
('Tá é danado de bom) é (danado de bom)
('Tá é danado de bom, meu cumpade) meu, cumpade
('Tá é danado de bom)
Forrozinho bonitinho
Gostosinho, safadinho
Danado de bom
('Tá é danado de bom) 'tá danado
('Tá é danado de bom, meu cumpade) 'tá mesmo
('Tá é danado de bom)
Forrozinho bonitinho
Gostosinho, safadinho
Danado de bom
'Tá que forrozinho de primeira
Já num cabe forrozeiro
E cada vez chegando mais
'Tá, da cozinha pro terreiro
Sanfoneiro, zabumbeiro
Pra frente e pra trás
Olha, meu compadre Damião
Pode apagar o lampião
Que 'tá querendo clarear
Aguenta o fole, meu compadre Bororó
Que esse é o tipo de forró
Que não tem hora pra parar
Aguenta o fole, meu compadre Bororó
Que esse é o tipo de forró
Que não tem hora pra parar
'Tá é danado de bom (danado de bom)
'Tá é danado de bom, meu cumpade
'Tá é danado de bom
Forrozinho bonitinho
Gostosinho, safadinho
Danado de bom
'Tá é danado de bom (danado de bom)
'Tá é danado de bom, meu cumpade
'Tá é danado de bom
Forrozinho bonitinho
Gostosinho, safadinho
Danado de bom
The lyrics of Fagner's song "Danado de Bom" depict a joyful and lively atmosphere experienced during a forro dance party. The dialogue at the beginning suggests a conversation between two people, with one expressing their happiness to be in the company of the other. The phrase "Danado de bom" is a colloquial expression used in Brazil to convey something that is extremely good or enjoyable.
The repetition of the phrase "'Tá é danado de bom" throughout the song emphasizes the positive and energetic nature of the forro music. It is described as being cute, tasty, and somewhat mischievous, capturing the essence of the genre.
The verses mention various musicians and instruments that contribute to the vibrant atmosphere of the forro dance. The zabumba, a traditional drum, is played by Macambira, and Zé Cupira handles the triangle. Mariano adds to the mix with his skills on the accordion. The inclusion of these musicians highlights the importance of their contributions to the forro genre and the overall enjoyment of the dance.
The lyrics also mention the presence of young people enjoying the dance, with an abundance of traditional Brazilian drink called "capilé." The lively atmosphere is depicted with people dancing, and the singer is being approached by someone who wants to dance with them. This suggests that the party is inclusive and filled with positive energy.
The chorus repeats the phrase "'Tá é danado de bom" and reinforces the idea that the forro dance party is an incredibly enjoyable experience. The mention of a "forrozinho de primeira" indicates that the quality of the forro being played is excellent and that it excites even the most experienced forro dancers.
The song ends by encouraging the musicians to keep playing and highlighting the timeless and non-stop nature of forro. The singer mentions compadre Damião and compadre Bororó, emphasizing their role in keeping the music going and creating an atmosphere where the enjoyment never ceases.
Overall, the lyrics of "Danado de Bom" celebrate the lively and vibrant ambiance of a forro dance party, conveying the excitement, joy, and energy that come with it. The repetitive nature of the song and the use of colloquial expressions contribute to the authenticity and relatability of the lyrics, making them resonate with listeners who appreciate the forro genre.
Line by Line Meaning
Oi, Elbinha, como é que tu 'tá?
Hello, Elbinha, how are you doing?
Oxente, 'to aqui com você, né, feliz
Oh, I'm here with you, aren't I, happy
Eu que 'to feliz de 'tá aqui contigo, ora
I'm the one who's happy to be here with you, you know
Jura?
Really?
Porque 'tá é danado
Because it's just amazing
Danado de que, Fagner?
Amazing in what way, Fagner?
'Tá danado é de bom, muié
It's just incredibly good, woman
'Tá é danado de bom
It's just incredibly good
'Tá é danado de bom, meu cumpade
It's just incredibly good, my friend
'Tá é danado de bom
It's just incredibly good
Forrozinho bonitinho
Charming little forró
Gostosinho, safadinho
Delicious, mischievous
Danado de bom
Incredibly good
Olha o Macambira na zabumba
Look at Macambira playing the zabumba
O Zé Cupira no triângulo
Zé Cupira on the triangle
E Mariano no melê
And Mariano on the melê
Olha meu compadre na viola
Look at my compadre on the guitar
Meu sobrinho na manola
My nephew on the manola
E Cipriano no gonguê
And Cipriano on the gonguê
Olha a meninada nas cuié
Look at the kids playing the cuié
'Tá sobrando capilé
There's plenty of capilé
E já tem bêbo pra daná
And there are already drunkards everywhere
Tem nego grudado que nem piolho
There are guys sticking together like lice
Tem nega piscando o olho
There are girls winking their eyes
Me chamando pra dançar
Calling me to dance
'Tá que forrozinho de primeira
It's top-quality forró
Já num cabe forrozeiro
There's no more room for forrozeiros
E cada vez chegando mais
And they keep coming more and more
'Tá, com a cozinha e do terreiro
It's with the kitchen and the yard
Sanfoneiro, zabumbeiro
Accordion player, zabumba player
Pra frente e pra trás
Back and forth
Olha, meu compadre Damião
Look, my compadre Damião
Pode apagar o lampião
You can turn off the lantern
Que 'tá querendo clarear
Because it's trying to brighten up
Aguenta o fole, meu compadre Bororó
Hold on to the accordion, my compadre Bororó
Que esse é o tipo de forró
Because this is the type of forró
Que não tem hora pra parar
That doesn't have a stopping time
'Tá é danado de bom
It's just incredibly good
'Tá é danado de bom, meu cumpade
It's just incredibly good, my friend
'Tá é danado de bom
It's just incredibly good
Forrozinho bonitinho
Charming little forró
Gostosinho, safadinho
Delicious, mischievous
Danado de bom
Incredibly good
'Tá é danado de bom
It's just incredibly good
'Tá é danado de bom, meu cumpade
It's just incredibly good, my friend
'Tá é danado de bom
It's just incredibly good
Forrozinho bonitinho
Charming little forró
Gostosinho, safadinho
Delicious, mischievous
Danado de bom
Incredibly good
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Joao Leocadio Da Silva, Luiz Gonzaga Do Nascimento
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