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Sérgio Santos Mendes (born Niteroi, 11 February 1941) is a Brazilian musician. Born the son of a physician in Niteroi, Brazil, Mendes attended the local conservatory with hopes of becoming a classical pianist. As his interest in jazz grew, he started playing in nightclubs in the late-1950s just as bossa nova, a jazz-inflected derivative of samba, was taking off. Mendes played with Antonio Carlos Jobim (regarded as a mentor), and many U.S. jazz musicians who toured Brazil.
Mendes formed the Sexteto Bossa Rio and recorded Dance Moderno in 1961. Touring Europe and the United States, Mendes recorded albums with Cannonball Adderly and Herbie Mann and played Carnegie Hall. Mendes moved to the U.S. in 1964 and cut two albums under the Brasil '65 group name with Capitol Records and Atlantic Records. When sales were tepid, he replaced his Brazilian born vocalist Wanda Sa with the distinctive voice of Chicago native Lani Hall (who learned Mendes' Portuguese material phonetically) and switched to Herb Alpert's A&M label and released Sergio Mendes and Brasil '66. (Hall would later marry Alpert). The album ultimately went platinum based largely upon the success of the single Mas Que Nada and the personal support of Alpert, with whom Mendes toured regularly. Though his early singles with Brasil '66 (most notably Mas Que Nada) met with some success, Mendes really burst into mainstream prominence when he performed the Oscar nominated Burt Bacharach/Hal David song "The Look of Love" on the Academy Awards telecast in March 1968. Brasil '66's version of the song quickly shot into the top 10, eclipsing Dusty Springfield's version from the soundtrack of the movie, and Mendes spent the rest of 1968 enjoying consecutive top 10 and top 20 hits with his follow-up singles, "The Fool on the Hill" and "Scarborough Fair." Though he continued to enjoy adult contemporary chart successes with Brasil '66 through 1971, he would not experience the mainstream chart hits he enjoyed in 1968 until his comeback album in 1983 generated the biggest single of his career, "Never Gonna Let You Go." However, from 1968 on, Mendes was arguably the biggest Brazilian star in the world, enjoying immense popularity worldwide and performing in venues as varied as stadium arenas and the White House, where he gave concerts for both President Johnson and President Nixon.
Mendes' career in the U.S. stalled in the mid-70s, but he remained very popular in South America and Japan. (This disparity became a Seinfeld in-joke.) His two albums with Bell Records in 1973 and 1974, followed by several for Elektra from 1975 on, found Mendes continuing to mine the best in American pop music and post-Bossa writers of his native Brazil, while forging new directions in soul with collaborators like Stevie Wonder, who wrote Mendes' R&B-inflected minor hit, "The Real Thing." In 1983, he rejoined Alpert's A&M records and enjoyed huge success with a self-titled album and several follow-up albums, all of which received considerable adult contemporary airplay with charting singles. By the time Mendes released his Grammy-winning Elektra album Brasileiro in 1992, he was the undisputed master of pop-inflected Brazilian jazz. The late-1990s lounge music revival brought retrospection and respect to Mendes' oeuvre, particularly the classic Brasil '66 albums. He has released over thirty-five albums, and still plays his bossa nova heavily crossed with jazz and funk. His newest album, Timeless released in 2006, featured Chali 2na of Jurassic 5, will.i.am of Black Eyed Peas, Q-Tip, Justin Timberlake, and Pharoahe Monch.
(Text taken in whole from the Wikipedia article at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sergio_Mendes on March 30, 2006)
That Heat feat. Erykah Badu And Will I Am
Sergio Mendes Lyrics
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One for the treble
Two for the bass
3 for the ladies
And four for the blaze
Yo yo yo
It's that heat, that heat, that heat, that heat
It's that heat yo
The heat comin' thick down from sao paulo
Bankin' new york shakin' up the apollo
Rhyme like night people bite and swallow
But the way to recite it is soundin' raw hollow
Hollow like empty 40 ounce bottles
Holla at ya boy if you wanna date models
Brazilian beauties wit booties that wobble
Booby like tooties that fog up ya goggles
Yea I keep it hot full throttle
Beats bang out and keep yea head on bobble
Instrumentally I'm rich like lotto
Fundamentally I just can't follow
Or get sentimental when witnessing my bro's
Divin, duckin, dodgin from hollow
Point bullets that turn bodies into john does
I stay positive and rock mics cause I go
[Chorus]
One for the treble
Two for the bass
Three for the ladies
And Four for the blaze
[Repeat: x4]
That Heat
So take off ya clothes
Relax yea soul
Unwind yea spine
It's that heat, that heat, that heat [Repeat: x3]
It's that heat yo
It's that heat comin' in slow motion
Barbecue yea body keep yea body straight roastin'
Light skin hunny's get the sun tan lotion
Dark skin hunny's in the summer no commotion
You can catch me chillin' by the ocean
Wit Brazilian feminines sippin' on potions
Girls lookin' like cinnamon toast
And I got a little chocolate for yah cinnamon toast
I got the notion to get real close
That's a little ? motion don't mind if I boast
Baby I can be yea favorite host
Break yea off wit a single or a freaky double dose
Just don't catch no emotions
I bring heat from coast to coast and
Beats and rhymes is my devotion
I'm turnin' MC's into ghosts
When I talk about
[Chorus]
[Repeat: x2]
It's that heat, that heat, that heat [Repeat: x3]
It's that heat so
The song "That Heat" by Sergio Mendes featuring Erykah Badu and will.i.am is a catchy and upbeat track that celebrates the power of music and its ability to bring people together. The opening lyrics of the song set the stage for a party atmosphere, with will.i.am calling out "one for the treble, two for the bass, three for the ladies, and four for the blaze." He goes on to describe the heat that's coming down from Sao Paulo and how it's shaking up New York City.
The lyrics of the song evoke a sense of freedom and abandon, with will.i.am encouraging listeners to take off their clothes, relax their souls, and unwind their spines. He raps about Brazilian beauties with booties that wobble and light-skinned honeys getting sun tans, all while emphasizing the importance of staying positive and rocking the mic.
In summary, "That Heat" is a celebration of music, culture, and good times. The lyrics evoke a sense of joy and freedom, encouraging listeners to let loose and have fun.
Line by Line Meaning
One for the treble
The first line is dedicated to the high-pitched sound that adds a beat to the music
Two for the bass
The second line is dedicated to the low-pitched sound that enhances the rhythm of the music
3 for the ladies
The third line is dedicated to the ladies, who are an important part of the party and add to its charm and grandeur
And four for the blaze
The fourth line is dedicated to the blazing energy that ignites the party and makes everyone groove to its beats
Yo yo yo
A colloquial expression to grab attention and get started with the music
It's that heat, that heat, that heat, that heat
The repeated line is an announcement of the party's energy and gets everyone excited and moving
The heat comin' thick down from sao paulo
The energy and vibe of the music is intensifying as it flows down from the music capital of Brazil, Sao Paulo, where music is a way of life
Bankin' new york shakin' up the apollo
The energy of the music is spreading beyond the borders of Brazil to places like New York where it's causing a stir and making people groove to its beats
Rhyme like night people bite and swallow
The music's beat and lyrics are so catchy and addictive that people cannot help but sing and dance along to it
But the way to recite it is soundin' raw hollow
The way people sing the music may not be perfect or polished, but it's still enjoyable and fills them with energy and joy
Hollow like empty 40 ounce bottles
The sound of the music is like the emptiness of a bottle, but when people start grooving to it, it fills them with energy and joy
Holla at ya boy if you wanna date models
As the party heats up, people are getting excited and asking for more
Brazilian beauties wit booties that wobble
There are beautiful Brazilian women with curvaceous bodies that sway to the music and add to the charm of the party
Booby like tooties that fog up ya goggles
The women's curves are so mesmerizing that they are like a fog that blinds the eyes and takes people's breath away
Yea I keep it hot full throttle
The energy of the music and the party is unstoppable and keeps getting hotter with each passing moment
Beats bang out and keep yea head on bobble
The beats of the music are so catchy and addictive that people cannot help but nod their heads and dance along to it
Instrumentally I'm rich like lotto
The musical instruments used to make the music are varied and rich like a lottery, and they help to create a unique and catchy sound
Fundamentally I just can't follow
The creation of the music is a mystery, and its sound and beats are something that is beyond comprehension but still adds to its charm
Or get sentimental when witnessing my bro's
The party is not just about the music but also about the bond and friendships that people share, which is reflected in the lyrics
Divin, duckin, dodgin from hollow
People are avoiding the emptiness and negativity of life and instead embracing the positive energy of the music and the party
Point bullets that turn bodies into john does
The powerful energy of the music is like a bullet that can change people's lives and make them feel alive and energized
I stay positive and rock mics cause I go
The party is all about positivity, and the lyrics reflect the spirit of the party to spread joy and positivity wherever you go
So take off ya clothes
People are so caught up in the energy of the party that they forget about their inhibitions and start to let loose
Relax yea soul
The party is not just about dancing and music but also about creating an atmosphere of relaxation and comfort, where people can unwind and let go of their worries
Unwind yea spine
The rhythm and energy of the music is so powerful that it can make people loosen up and destress
It's that heat, that heat, that heat
The repeated line is a reminder of the energy and intensity of the party that keeps people on their toes and energized
It's that heat comin' in slow motion
The party's energy is building up slowly and steadily, and people are getting more and more excited by the minute
Barbecue yea body keep yea body straight roastin'
The heat and energy of the party are so intense that it feels like your body is being burned and roasted in a barbecue
Light skin hunny's get the sun tan lotion
The party is all about enjoying the sun and getting a tan, and young women are taking advantage of it by getting some sun-tan lotion
Dark skin hunny's in the summer no commotion
Women with dark skin do not have to worry about getting a tan and can enjoy the sun and the party's energy as it is
You can catch me chillin' by the ocean
People are enjoying the party and the energy on the beach, and some are even just relaxing by the ocean and taking in the atmosphere
Wit Brazilian feminines sippin' on potions
People are also enjoying the various drinks and concoctions available that help to add to the party's ambiance and energy
Girls lookin' like cinnamon toast
The young women at the party are so beautiful and attractive that they look like toasted cinnamon buns
And I got a little chocolate for yah cinnamon toast
The young men at the party are also attractive and full of energy, and they are looking for some fun and adventure with the women at the party
I got the notion to get real close
The young men at the party are full of energy and are looking for some intimate moments with the women there
That's a little ? motion don't mind if I boast
The party is all about having fun and being confident and bold, and people are encouraged to show off their skills and talents
Baby I can be yea favorite host
People are enjoying the atmosphere of the party and the company of the people there, and they are looking for someone to spend the night with
Break yea off wit a single or a freaky double dose
The young men at the party are full of confidence and energy and are looking to make the most of the night by either enjoying a single companion or going all out with a double dose of fun
Just don't catch no emotions
The party is all about having fun and enjoying the moment, but people are warned not to get too caught up in the emotion and lose sight of what's important
I bring heat from coast to coast and
The energy and intensity of the party is growing and spreading to different parts of the world, filling people with joy and energy
Beats and rhymes is my devotion
The party and the music are not just a passing fad but a way of life, and people are devoted to it and its energy
I'm turnin' MC's into ghosts
The young men at the party are full of confidence and energy and are looking to make the most of the night by either enjoying a single companion or going all out with a double dose of fun
When I talk about
The lyrics are all about spreading joy and energy through the music and the party and creating a positive and energized atmosphere
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: WILL ADAMS, NORMAN GIMBEL, HENRY MANCINI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kimdurrant6003
I was brought up on Sergio Mendes & Brazil 66….Will i am is an absolute genius to have created such an amazing collaboration which brought such joy, dance and emotion to both my dad, myself and my son who is 19 years old. My husband nearly started to dance!!! Words can’t say and it is not appreciated enough 🥰
@tfarrington
This album was slept on.
@xm6476
Cara Will e Sérgio... mistura clássica. Esqueçam, nunca mais teremos isso.
@dionatamatteo7376
Lindo ver o amor de wil pelo Brasil e nossa cultura, amo-os, Sérgio Mendes uma lenda viva de nossa cultura!! 🇧🇷😍
@sephius1999
Adding Erykah Badu to any song is always a positive
@wagie95
This songs NEEEEEDS more views...
@filipecassiano5407
Desperately, fellow🇧🇷🖤.
@LoneStoneMaalik
On my soul. 💯
@Iamfoxbrown
Sergio Mendes do Brasil. The great musician, producer, composer with double nationality. É isso aí. We made it.
@troyesguerra
I remember watching this music video on MTV more than a decade ago. I never imagined we'll end up like this in 2020, Quarantined and binge-watching old songs on Youtube