Mais Que Nada
Will.I.Am ft. Sergio Mendes Lyrics
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Obá Obá Obá
Mas que nada
Sai da minha frente
Eu quero passar
Pois o samba está animado
O que eu quero é sambar
Este samba
É samba de preto velho
Samba de preto tu
Mas que nada
Um samba como esse é tão legal
Você não vai querer
Que ele chegue no final
Oariá raiô*
Obá Obá Obá*
Mas que nada*
Sai da minha frente*
Eu quero passar*
Pois o samba está animado*
O que eu quero é sambar*
Este samba*
Que é misto de maracatu*
É samba de preto velho*
Samba de preto tu*
Mas que nada*
Um samba como esse é tão legal*
Você não vai querer*
Que ele chegue no final*
Obá Obá Obá*
Obá Obá Obá*
Obá Obá Obá*
The lyrics of Will.I.Am ft. Sergio Mendes's song Mais Que Nada convey a message of joy, freedom, and the pulsating rhythm of Brazilian samba. The words "Oariá raiô / Obá Obá Obá" are famously known as meaningless yet energetic chants in Brazilian music. The opening verse, "Mas que nada, Sai da minha frente / Eu quero passar" translates to "But that's nothing, get out of my way / I want to pass". The singer is urging the listener to step aside and let them enjoy the lively samba rhythm.
The following lines, "Este samba / Que é misto de maracatu / É samba de preto velho / Samba de preto tu" express the cultural richness and diversity of Brazil. The song mixes different styles of Afro-Brazilian music like samba and maracatu, with its roots in the religious traditions of the Candomblé religion. "Samba de preto velho" refers to the ancestral wisdom of black elders and their contribution to Brazilian music legacy. The repeating chorus "Mas que nada, Obá Obá Obá" serves as a celebratory cry of the joyous, carefree, and upbeat spirit of the music.
Line by Line Meaning
Oariá raiô
A traditional Brazilian expression used to express joy and excitement.
Obá Obá Obá
Another expression of excitement and enthusiasm.
Mas que nada
Means 'but rather nothing' or 'no way'. It implies that the singer is determined and won't let anything stand in their way.
Sai da minha frente
Get out of my way so I can move forward with my goals.
Eu quero passar
I want to move forward and make progress towards my goals.
Pois o samba está animado
The samba music is lively and energetic, adding to the excitement of the moment.
O que eu quero é sambar
The singer wants to dance the samba, letting loose and enjoying themselves.
Este samba
Referring to the particular samba being played in the moment.
Que é misto de maracatu
The samba has elements of maracatu, a traditional Afro-Brazilian rhythm.
É samba de preto velho
It's a samba style that comes from a mythical figure in Afro-Brazilian culture that represents the knowledge and experience of black elders.
Samba de preto tu
'Samba of black you' is a way of saying 'black samba', emphasizing the African roots of the music.
Um samba como esse é tão legal
This samba is amazing, enjoyable, and tons of fun!
Você não vai querer
You won't want to miss out on this amazing experience.
Que ele chegue no final
Don't let the party end! Keep the music going!
Obá Obá Obá
An expression of joy and enthusiasm repeated for emphasis.
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@chukemmang
God bless Black Eyed Peas for introducing Sergio Mendez to me a younger generation. Sergio Mendez is the greatest music legend for me.
@charlesrb3898
May God preserve the blonde's hips.
@michellebobier-groves7821
She's Fergie-licious
@jamesgough3938
Yes, and Sergio seems to be having fun. But check out the original, or Fool on the Hill for the true experience of him in his prime.
@chukemmang
@James Gough oh for sure, the originals are perfection and the ladies on the vocals sound like Angels. I listen to the originals of fool on the hill and Mais que nada all the time. Sergio Mendez's tunes are timeless and priceless. He is my favorite.
@chukemmang
@san d the song is perfect. You need to get your ears cleaned.
@deivissoltero8790
Que bello idioma el Portugués! Y la Bossa Nova y la samba como el legado de Brasil para el mundo!
@ramiroferrer3776
De acuerdo..
@kidarinday
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@c_decuelho
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