He is most associated with the samba school Vila Isabel, and his own compositions (sambas de enredo) have been annually inaugurated by Vila Isabel in Rio de Janeiro's Carnaval competition for decades. His signature song, "Casa de Bamba," which dates back to the 1970s, is one of Brazilians' most beloved sambas. At age 74, he is still doing concerts and his lyrics continue to rally the spirits of audiences throughout Brazil. His 1995 CD "Ta Delicia Ta Gostoso" sold more than a million copies. His music shows influence from the region where he was born, such as the calango rhythm.
Martinho is politically active and a prominent figure and spokesperson for Afro-Brazilian issues as well as for the Brazilian Communist Party. He is the author of six books, and has been a recording artist since 1969.
Brasileiro
Martinho Da Vila Lyrics
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Da escola do Noel
Sou partideiro
Da vila sou menestral
Ê companheiro
Sou parceiro, sou fiel
Sou brasileiro
Sou Vasco e Vila Isabel
Sou Vasco e Vila Isabel
A vila azul e branca
E em outros tons colorida
É grande e não bota banca
Se funde com a minha vida
Mora no meu coração
Uma incontida paixão
Sou brasileiro
Sou brasileiro
Sou brasileiro
Sou do Rio de Janeiro
Sou brasileiro
Sou brasileiro
Sou brasileiro
Sou do Rio de Janeiro
Do Vasco da Gama tenho uma bela história
Mas como sinto saudade do Expresso Da Vitória
Um time de grandes craques
Que não sairão da memória
Sou brasileiro
Sou brasileiro
Sou brasileiro
Sou do Rio de Janeiro
Sou brasileiro
Sou brasileiro
Sou brasileiro
Sou do Rio de Janeiro
Alô, Brasil
Quando é que vai se superar
Da bola ser campeão
Pra gente comemorar
Crescer com isonomia
Lustrar a democracia
Do mundo ser o celeiro
Na ONU ter bom conceito
Pro povo bater no peito
E gritar sou brasileiro
Sou brasileiro
Sou brasileiro
Sou brasileiro
Sou brasileiro
Sou brasileiro
Sou brasileiro
Sou brasileiro
Sou brasileiro
The song "Brasileiro" by Martinho Da Vila celebrates the Brazilian identity and pride. The lyrics express the singer's strong connection to his country and his roots. The first two lines, "Sou batuqueiro, Da escola do Noel," signify the singer's affiliation with the batuque rhythmic style and with the school of samba founded by Noel Rosa. This establishes his musical background and influences.
The following lines, "Sou partideiro, Da vila sou menestral," further emphasize his dedication to samba music and his connection to the Vila Isabel neighborhood, which is known for its rich samba culture. The repetition of "Sou brasileiro" and "Sou Vasco e Vila Isabel" emphasizes his dual allegiance to both Brazil as a whole and to two specific entities, Vasco da Gama football team and Vila Isabel neighborhood.
The second paragraph describes his strong affinity for Vila Isabel, which is represented by the colors blue and white. The mention of other tones and colors reflects the diverse nature of the neighborhood and its ability to blend with his life. The lyrics also express a deep passion for Vila Isabel, which resides in the singer's heart and becomes an inseparable part of him.
The third paragraph shifts the focus to Vasco da Gama, a football club in Rio de Janeiro. The text emphasizes the singer's personal history with the team, indicating a strong nostalgic sentiment for the "Expresso da Vitória," a famous team of skilled players who left an indelible mark on the singer's memory. These lyrics suggest a deep emotional connection to the club and the joy it brings to him.
In the fourth paragraph, the singer directs a message to Brazil as a whole, urging the country to overcome its challenges and achieve success. He highlights the desire for Brazil to win championships and celebrate together as a nation. The lyrics call for equality, democracy, and a positive international reputation. The mention of the UN underscores aspirations for Brazil to be recognized and respected by the world.
Overall, "Brasileiro" expresses the singer's strong identification with his country, his neighborhood, and his football club. It reflects his pride in Brazilian culture, samba music, and the achievements of his team while also conveying a longing for progress, equality, and recognition on a global scale.
Line by Line Meaning
Sou batuqueiro
I am a percussionist
Da escola do Noel
From Noel's school (a reference to samba songwriter Noel Rosa)
Sou partideiro
I am a partideiro (someone who plays partido alto, a style of samba)
Da vila sou menestral
I am a minstrel from Vila (referring to Vila Isabel, a neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro)
Ê companheiro
Oh, companion
Sou parceiro, sou fiel
I am a partner, I am loyal
Sou brasileiro
I am Brazilian
Sou Vasco e Vila Isabel
I belong to Vasco and Vila Isabel (referring to the Vasco da Gama football club and the Vila Isabel samba school)
A vila azul e branca
The blue and white neighborhood (Vasco da Gama's colors)
E em outros tons colorida
And in other colorful tones
É grande e não bota banca
It is big and doesn't show off
Se funde com a minha vida
It merges with my life
Mora no meu coração
It lives in my heart
Uma incontida paixão
An uncontrollable passion
Do Vasco da Gama tenho uma bela história
I have a beautiful history with Vasco da Gama
Mas como sinto saudade do Expresso Da Vitória
But how I miss the Express of Victory (referring to Vasco's successful era in the 1990s)
Um time de grandes craques
A team of great players
Que não sairão da memória
Who will not be forgotten
Alô, Brasil
Hello, Brazil
Quando é que vai se superar
When will you surpass yourself
Da bola ser campeão
To become a champion in soccer
Pra gente comemorar
So we can celebrate
Crescer com isonomia
To grow with equality
Lustrar a democracia
To polish democracy
Do mundo ser o celeiro
To be the world's granary
Na ONU ter bom conceito
To have a good reputation at the UN
Pro povo bater no peito
For the people to proudly say
E gritar sou brasileiro
And shout 'I am Brazilian'
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Martinho Jose Ferreira
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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