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.
Deixa a Tanga Voar
Fagner Lyrics
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Mas voltou ruim da bola de ver tanta rabichola nas cadeiras da muié
Zé matuto foi à praia, só pra ver como é que é
Mas voltou ruim da bola de ver tanta rabichola nas cadeiras da muié
Zé matuto matutou, matutou e escreveu pra Clodovil
Ele logo respostou, e atacou, isso é atraso do Brasil
Ele logo respostou, e atacou, isso é atraso do Brasil
Uma tanga, mini-tanga, tão pequena
Piquitinha, miudinha não precisa amarrar
Ora pomba, ora bolas, jogue fora a rabichola
E deixa a tanga voar
Uma tanga, mini-tanga, tão pequena
Piquitinha, miudinha não precisa amarrar
Ora pomba, ora bolas, jogue fora a rabichola
E deixa a tanga voar
E deixa a tanga voar, e deixa a tanga voar
Ora pomba, ora bolas, jogue fora a rabichola
E deixe a tanga voar
E deixa a tanga voar, e deixa a tanga voar
Ora pomba, ora bolas, jogue fora a rabichola
E deixe a tanga voar
(Esse é o Luiz e João Silva, né?)
(Salve)
(Pois não é, e esses dois também vieram pra lascar)
Zé matuto foi à praia, só pra ver como é que é
Mas voltou ruim da bola de ver tanta rabichola nas cadeiras da muié
Zé matuto foi à praia, só pra ver como é que é
Mas voltou ruim da bola de ver tanta rabichola nas cadeiras da muié
Zé matuto matutou, matutou e escreveu pra Clodovil
Ele logo respostou, e atacou, isso é atraso do Brasil
Zé matuto matutou, matutou e escreveu pra Clodovil
Ele logo respostou, e atacou, isso é atraso do Brasil
Uma tanga, mini-tanga, tão pequena
Piquitinha, miudinha não precisa amarrar
Ora pomba, ora bolas, jogue fora a rabichola
E deixa a tanga voar
Uma tanga, mini-tanga, tão pequena
Piquitinha, miudinha não precisa amarrar
Ora pomba, ora bolas, jogue fora a rabichola
E deixa a tanga voar
E deixa a tanga voar, e deixa a tanga voar
Ora pomba, ora bolas, jogue fora a rabichola
E deixe a tanga voar
E deixa a tanga voar, e deixa a tanga voar
Ora pomba, ora bolas, jogue fora a rabichola
E deixe a tanga voar
The lyrics of Fagner's song "Deixa a Tanga Voar" tell a story about a character named Zé Matuto who goes to the beach to observe and ends up feeling overwhelmed by the sight of so many women wearing revealing bikinis. The repetition of this experience seems to emphasize Zé Matuto's surprise and discomfort with the amount of "rabicholas" (a colloquial term for butt cheeks) on display. The use of the term "matuto" in the lyrics reflects a sense of naivety or innocence on Zé Matuto's part, as he seems unprepared for what he encounters at the beach.
As Zé Matuto reflects on his experience, he decides to take action and writes a letter to Clodovil, a notable Brazilian fashion designer and TV personality. Clodovil's response is dismissive, suggesting that Zé Matuto's concerns about the revealing bikinis are representative of a backward mindset in Brazil. This interaction highlights a clash between traditional values and more modern, progressive attitudes regarding fashion and self-expression.
The chorus of the song focuses on the theme of liberation and letting go of inhibitions. The lyrics suggest that a bikini, no matter how small or revealing, should not be a cause for shame or criticism. The phrase "jogue fora a rabichola" (throw away the excess) can be interpreted as encouraging women to embrace their bodies and feel confident in their own skin, without worrying about societal expectations or judgments.
The repetition of the phrase "deixa a tanga voar" (let the bikini fly) reinforces the idea of freedom and empowerment. By letting go of self-consciousness and embracing individuality, the song seems to advocate for a more open and accepting attitude towards personal style and expression. Overall, "Deixa a Tanga Voar" conveys a message of self-acceptance, body positivity, and the importance of breaking free from restrictive norms and judgments.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Joao Leocadio Da Silva, Luiz Gonzaga do Nascimento
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