Emerging from the Kweskin band with his then wife, Maria Muldaur, he established an impressive reputation in the Boston, Massachusetts area in the 1960s and 1970s, followed by a move to the burgeoning folk, blues and folk-rock explosion in Woodstock, New York. He separated from his wife in 1972. He recorded with such as Bonnie Raitt, Eric Von Schmidt, and Jerry Garcia before stopping to tour or record in the mid 1980s. During this period, he composed scores for film and television, winning an Emmy Award, and produced albums for lesser known musicians such as Lenny Pickett and the Borneo Horns and the Richard Greene String Quartet, emerging after eleven years in 1999 with the critically acclaimed album, The Secret Handshake.
Muldaur continues to record and tour the world. His sister is the actress Diana Muldaur (L.A. Law, McCloud and Star Trek: The Next Generation).
His daughters, Jenni Muldaur and Clare Muldaur are also singer-songwriters.
Brazil
Geoff Muldaur Lyrics
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We stood beneath an amber moon
And softly murmured "Someday soon"
We kissed and clung together
Then, tomorrow was another day
The morning found me miles away
With still a million things to say
Recalling thrills of our love
There's one thing I'm certain of
Return I will to old Brazil
Then, tomorrow was another day
The morning found me miles away
With still a million things to say
Now, when twilight dims the sky above
Recalling thrills of our love
There's one thing that I'm certain of
Return I will to old Brazil
That old Brazil
Man, it's old in Brazil
Brazil, Brazil
Geoff Muldaur's song Brazil is a poignant love song that looks back on a romantic encounter that happened long ago in Brazil. The song paints a vivid picture of two lovers standing beneath an amber moon, softly murmuring words of love to each other. They kiss and cling together, hoping that someday soon they can be together forever. However, fate had other plans, and the morning found the singer miles away, leaving him with a million things to say.
The song is a nostalgic recollection of the time he shared with his lover, and he longs to return to Brazil to relive those moments again. The lyrics are beautifully written and convey the singer's deep sense of longing and nostalgia for a time past. The song's themes of lost love, longing, and regret are universal and will resonate with anyone who has experienced a great love that was not meant to be.
Overall, Brazil is a hauntingly beautiful song that captures the raw emotions of love and loss. Muldaur's soft, gentle vocals add to the melancholic mood of the track, and the simple, yet powerful lyrics will stay with the listener long after the song has ended.
Line by Line Meaning
Brazil, where hearts were entertaining June
In Brazil, June was a time of love and happiness, where people's hearts were filled with joy and merriment.
We stood beneath an amber moon
Under the warm, glowing light of the moon, we stood together in Brazil.
And softly murmured 'Someday soon'
Whispering quietly to each other, we spoke about our future plans and dreams.
We kissed and clung together
Our love was strong and passionate, as we embraced each other tightly while sharing a kiss in Brazil.
Then, tomorrow was another day
However, as time passed, a new day came, bringing with it uncertainty and change.
The morning found me miles away
When the sun rose, I found myself far from Brazil and the person I loved.
With still a million things to say
Even though I had left, there were countless things I still wanted to express and share with them.
Now, when twilight dims the sky above
Presently, as the sky begins to darken at dusk, I am reminded of the memories and emotions from my time in Brazil.
Recalling thrills of our love
Reflecting on the joy and excitement of our passionate relationship in Brazil fills my heart with warmth and longing.
There's one thing that I'm certain of
Above all, there is one thing I know for sure.
Return I will to old Brazil
I will go back to the Brazil of old, reuniting with the person who still holds a special place in my heart.
That old Brazil
The Brazil that remains in my memory, unchanged and filled with love.
Man, it's old in Brazil
The Brazil I remember is an old place, rich with history and memories that have faded and aged over time.
Brazil, Brazil
The word 'Brazil' repeats, emphasizing its significance and meaning in the singer's life.
Contributed by Riley R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@FlirtyGrannyJane
Brazil, where hearts were entertaining June,
We stood beneath an amber moon
And softly murmured "someday soon."
We kissed and clung together,
Then, tomorrow was another day
The morning found me miles away
With still a million things to say;
Now, when twilight dims the sky above
Recalling thrills of our love,
There's one thing I'm certain of
Return I will to old Brazil.
This movie is a classic.
@ellevanderschuur4794
Brazil, where hearts were entertaining June,
We stood beneath an amber moon
And softly murmured "someday soon."
We kissed and clung together,
Then, tomorrow was another day
The morning found me miles away
With still a million things to say;
Now, when twilight dims the sky above
Recalling thrills of our love,
There's one thing I'm certain of
Return I will to old Brazil.
@Feitlebaum420
Here is a superior version of the same song from the original 1968 album Pottery Pie. https://youtu.be/joInwYlVu2w
@tedf2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zx-w6rgBLd0&list=RDfeElk3EhNps&index=7
@tedf2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=feElk3EhNps
1:04:15
@tedf2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-sVYBxGTlZ4
@ericn1450
It sounds the same as the one on Pottery Pie to me.
@k-leb4671
This video actually sounds clearer than that one you linked.
@Zehahahaa
The ending of this movie made me watch the hole credits with so much melancholy my face was blank but my heart was filled with so much emotion.
I Personally think it’s Gilliam’s Masterpiece
Much love and Respect to this movie from 🇲🇽 Mexico
@franciasii2435
First, I thought ending was really unsatisfying, but now I love it.
In a way, Sam wins the fight against the state because they can't hurt him anymore. He's in a place where he's happy and free, his own mind.
Much love, brother from New Zealand 🇳🇿
@aporist
@@franciasii2435 I know this song from the Gilliam's movie. I was shocked as it reminded me somehow about Bartleby, the scrivener of Melville that we had studied a month ago.
@Jacksonrox13
@@franciasii2435 How do you know they won't just kill him now that his mind is completely gone? He's no longer a useful part of society, so unless they just chuck him in an insane asylum to be looked after the rest of his life, he's basically a goner.
Also, much love from Australia, my fellow DaRoachDogg.