Raul Santos Seixas (born June 28, 1945 — August 21, 1989), was a Brazilian… Read Full Bio ↴Raul Santos Seixas (born June 28, 1945 — August 21, 1989), was a Brazilian rock composer, singer, songwriter and producer. He is sometimes called the "Father of Brazilian Rock" and "Maluco Beleza". He was born in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, and died of pancreatitis in São Paulo. Every year on Seixas' birthday, legions of fans, including hundreds of impersonators (many even changing their last name to Seixas as a sign of idolatry), throw a parade in his honor in downtown São Paulo.

His body of work consists of 21 albums released along his 26-year career. His musical style is mostly rock and ballad, although he wrote songs in many different styles, including variations of styles typical of his native Northeastern Brazil like Forró and Baião, and in fact often used more than one style in the same song, as in "Let Me Sing, Let Me Sing". His debut album, Raulzito e Os Panteras (1968), was produced when he was part of a band of the same name. However, he only gained prominence and critical audience with songs from the album Krig-Há, Bandolo! (1973), such as "Ouro de Tolo" ("Fool's Gold"), "Mosca na Sopa" ("Fly in the Soup"), and "Metamorfose Ambulante" ("Walking Metamorphosis"). Raul Seixas developed a unique musical style that emphasized the maverick and the mystic. His album Gita (1974), influenced by figures such as Aleister Crowley, expresses his views very directly.

Many songs in Gita were co-written with his frequent collaborator, then fellow mystic, and future worldwide bestselling author Paulo Coelho. Raul was interested in philosophy (especially metaphysics and ontology), psychology, history, literature and Latin. In October 2008, nineteen years after his death, Raul Seixas was placed in 19th position in a List of One Hundred Greatest Artists of Brazilian music sponsored by the Brazilian edition of Rolling Stone magazine, topping the likes of Milton Nascimento, Maria Bethânia, Heitor Villa-Lobos and others, demonstrating the influence that Seixas' music continues to hold today.

Introdução: Good Rockin' Tonight
Raul Seixas Lyrics

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I'm a mighty, mighty man
I heard the news
There's good rockin' tonight

Well, we're gonna rock, rock, rock
Come on and rock, rock, rock
Well, rock, rock, rock, rock
Let's rock, rock, rock, rock

We're gonna rock all our blues away

Alô!galera do rock Raul Seixas aquabou de cantar
"Good Rockin' Tonight"

Overall Meaning

The opening lyrics to Raul Seixas's song Introdução: Good Rockin' Tonight are a powerful declaration of confidence and excitement. The singer describes themselves as a "mighty, mighty man," suggesting that they are in control and ready to take on the world. They then allude to hearing some exciting news - "good rockin' tonight" - which sets the stage for the coming performance.

As the song continues, the singer addresses their audience, urging them to join in the fun and "rock all our blues away." The repetition of the word "rock" throughout the lyrics emphasizes the electrifying, energetic tone of the music, and the call-and-response structure of the song encourages group participation and shared enthusiasm.

Overall, Raul Seixas's Introdução: Good Rockin' Tonight is a playful, exuberant ode to the joy of rock and roll. The lyrics capture the sense of liberation and release that comes from music, and the song's catchy melodies and upbeat rhythms are sure to get audiences moving.

Line by Line Meaning

I'm a mighty, mighty man
I am a powerful and confident individual

I heard the news
I have received some exciting news

There's good rockin' tonight
There is going to be some excellent rock music played tonight

Well, we're gonna rock, rock, rock
We are going to dance with energy and enthusiasm

Come on and rock, rock, rock
Join us in dancing to the rock music

Well, rock, rock, rock, rock
We are going to rock so hard

Let's rock, rock, rock, rock
Let's dance energetically and enjoy the music

We're gonna rock all our blues away
We will use the power of music to overcome any negative emotions we might be feeling

Alô!galera do rock Raul Seixas aquabou de cantar
Hello there, rock fans! Raul Seixas has just finished singing 'Good Rockin' Tonight'

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