Cauby! Cauby!
Cauby Peixoto
1980
Why This Album Matters
Released in 1980 by Som Livre, Cauby! Cauby! marks an emblematic moment in the legendary singer's career, celebrating his 25 years on the road. The album is notable for featuring a repertoire entirely composed by great names in Brazilian music, who created songs especially for Cauby Peixoto's voice. This work represented a 'comeback' for the artist, reaffirming his relevance and interpretative capability in a new musical context. With contributions from composers such as Caetano Veloso, Chico Buarque, Tom Jobim, Roberto Carlos and Erasmo Carlos, the record presents a rare confluence of talents that converges to exalt Cauby's art. It is a testament to the admiration of his peers and the singularity of his presence in MPB, offering the public a collection of masterpieces tailored to his unmistakable style.
Context
The release of Cauby! Cauby! in 1980 occurred after a rather unfruitful 1970s for the singer, a period during which he released few songs, had his contract with RCA Victor rescinded, and faced poor critical and commercial reception. The album, therefore, emerges as a celebration of Cauby Peixoto's 25-year career and as a watershed moment in his trajectory, signalling a vigorous return to the Brazilian music limelight.
Songs
The album's repertoire stands out for its quality and authorship, featuring compositions written especially for Cauby Peixoto by luminaries of Brazilian music. Among the tracks are "Cauby, Cauby" by Caetano Veloso, "Bastidores" by Chico Buarque, "Oficina" by Tom Jobim, and "Brigas de amor" by Roberto Carlos and Erasmo Carlos. The song "Bastidores", in particular, quickly became one of the biggest successes and milestones in the singer's extensive repertoire.
Legacy
Cauby! Cauby! was widely acclaimed as the artist's 'comeback', consolidating his musical rebirth on the Brazilian scene. The album not only brought him back to a wider audience, but also spawned successful shows with the same name, such as "Bastidores" (Funarte, Rio de Janeiro) and "Cauby, Cauby, os bons tempos voltaram" (at Flag nightclub, SP), in the same year of its release. The song "Bastidores" became one of his greatest hits, eternalising itself as an essential part of his legacy and frequently remembered in his discography.
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