Right after that Simonal became one of the main artists of that time, with the hits "Meu Limão, Meu Limoeiro", "Mamãe Passou Açúcar em Mim" e "Sá Marina". At some point, Simonal was accused of collaborating with the Brazilian military regime (1964-85), which, some claim, took him away from the public during the 80s and 90s. And he came back with the album "A Bossa de Wilson Simonal". He died on July, 2000.
The year of 2009 may well be remembered as an important milestone in Simonal's artistic redemption - albeit again resurfacing his and his family's tragic personal lives. The documentary "Simonal - Ninguem Sabe O Duro Que Dei" and its soundtrack, together with Ricardo Alexandre's biography "A Vida E O Veneno De Wilson Simonal" were released during the year. Also, his sons Simoninha and Max De Castro produced and hosted an incredible live tribute "O Baile Do Simona" at Vivo Rio - which is expected to soon be released as a CD/DVD combo. Guest appearances by several of Brazil's current musical icons pay their dues to one of the most unfairly treated artists in that country during the ugly years of military rule and inconsequent political behavior - on both sides of the spectrum, left and right...
Balanço Zona Sul
Wilson Simonal Lyrics
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Balança até pra falar
Balança tanto
Que já balançou meu coração
Balance mesmo que é bom
Do Leme até o Leblon
E vai juntando um punhado de gente
Mas ande bem devagar
Que é pra não se cansar
Vai caminhando balan
Balançando sem parar
Balance os cabelos seus
Balance cai mas não cai
E se cair vai caindo, caindo
Nos braços meus
The lyrics of Balanço Zona Sul by Wilson Simonal celebrate the lively and freeing spirit of the people living in the southern zone of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The song is an invitation to shake it all off and join the crowd that follows the rhythm of the city. The singer encourages everyone to move and sway to the beat, not only with their feet but also with their words and their hearts. The song describes a feeling of sheer joy and enthusiasm that comes from being part of a community that shares a common experience, celebrating life in a place where the sun shines bright and the sea embraces the shore.
The song reflects the social and cultural context of the mid-1960s in Brazil, a time when the country was experiencing an economic boom and a cultural awakening. Brazilian music was thriving, and new rhythms were emerging, blending traditional elements with international influences. Balanço Zona Sul captures this moment of optimism and creative energy, inviting young people to connect with their roots, their bodies, and their emotions, and to enjoy the vibrancy of the city.
Line by Line Meaning
Balança toda pra andar
Shake your body while you walk
Balança até pra falar
Shake your body even while talking
Balança tanto
Shake your body so much
Que já balançou meu coração
That it has already shaken my heart
Balance mesmo que é bom
Keep shaking, it's good
Do Leme até o Leblon
From Leme to Leblon
E vai juntando um punhado de gente
And gathering a bunch of people
Que sofre com seu andar
Who suffer from your walk
Mas ande bem devagar
But walk very slowly
Que é pra não se cansar
So you won't get tired
Vai caminhando balan
Keep walking and shaking
Balançando sem parar
Never stop shaking
Balance os cabelos seus
Shake your hair
Balance cai mas não cai
Shake and almost fall, but don't fall
E se cair vai caindo, caindo
And if you fall, keep falling
Nos braços meus
Into my arms
Contributed by Noah W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.