Estúpido Cupido
Celly Campello
1959
Why This Album Matters
Estúpido Cupido, released in 1959, marks the phonographic debut of the legendary Celly Campello and stands out as an initial landmark for Brazilian rock. Considered by many to be the genre's first LP in the country, this album captured the spirit of an era, presenting a vibrant and innovative sound. The work is essential for understanding the roots of rock and roll in Brazil, through the unmistakable voice of its pioneer. The title track, a version of "Stupid Cupid", quickly became a phenomenon, establishing itself as the biggest hit of 1960. The album, in its entirety, offers a panorama of Celly's talent and the energy she brought to Brazilian popular music, laying the foundations for future generations of artists.
Context
Estúpido Cupido represents the starting point in Celly Campello's discographical career. This debut album launched her onto the music scene, establishing her as one of the most promising and innovative voices of her generation.
Recording
The album featured the instrumental accompaniment of Mário Gennari Filho's ensemble, which provided the musical foundation for the tracks. Additionally, the Titulares do Ritmo choir participated in the recording, although without receiving official credit on the album's release.
Songs
The album's namesake song, "Estúpido Cupido", is a Portuguese version by Fred Jorge of Neil Sedaka and Howard Greenfield's original composition, "Stupid Cupid", popularised by Connie Francis. In addition to it, the album features other adaptations of international hits, such as "The Secret" and "Very Young" ("Muito Jovem"), as well as original compositions, including "Handsome Boy" by Mário Gennari Filho and Celeste Novaes, and "Querido Cupido" by Fred Jorge and Archimedes Messina. The track selection showcased a mixture of national influences and talents in musical adaptation and creation.
Legacy
Estúpido Cupido achieved the notable mark of 120 thousand copies sold, consolidating itself for many years as the best-selling Brazilian rock album in history. Its relevance transcended sales, being recognised as a pioneer of the genre in Brazil. Seventeen years after its initial release, the title track "Estúpido Cupido" gained new life when it was chosen as the opening theme for the eponymous telenovela, broadcast by Rede Globo in 1976. This revival revitalised Celly Campello's career, pulling her out of ostracism and propelling her back onto the radio music charts.
Rankings
Tracks
Credits
Mário Gennari Filho E Seu Conjunto
Podcasts
Sons e Histórias · Daniel Queiroz
Raildo Vasconcelos e Daniel Queiroz contam detalhes e curiosidades sobre o disco de Celly Campelo "Estúpido cupido"
Videos
Estúpido cupido (álbum) - Celly Campelo | Resenha | Clássico é clássico
Guilherme Mattar
Petit Fleur / Quem É / Tom Thomb's Tune / Estúpido Cupido
Release - Topic
Films
Books
The 500 Greatest Brazilian Albums of All Time
Ricardo Alexandre · 2022
The election was spearheaded by journalist Ricardo Alexandre, creator of the Discoteca Básica podcast. Ricardo consulted 162 specialists including journalists, YouTubers, podcasters, musicians, record-shop owners and producers. The result was published as a 200-page hardcover book, with graphic design by Fernando Pires.
Celly Campello - A Rainha Dos Anos Dourados
Thiago De Menezes · 2014
Uma biografia abrangente de Celly Campello, conhecida como a "Rainha dos Anos Dourados". O livro analisa a fundo sua carreira e impacto na música jovem brasileira, abordando suas gravações seminais, incluindo o álbum "Estúpido Cupido" de 1959, que a consolidou como um ícone da época.
300 Important Albums of Brazilian Music
Charles Gavin, Tárik de Souza, Carlos Calado, Arthur Dapieve · 2008
Conceived by Titãs drummer and musical researcher Charles Gavin, the 434-page book brings together covers and reviews of albums released between 1929 and 2007. The texts were written by journalists Tárik de Souza, Arthur Dapieve and Carlos Calado.
Analyses
Estúpido Cupido – Wikipedia
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MUSICA&SOM: "Estúpido Cupido" (Odeon, 1959), Celly Campello
tabernanovostempos.blogspot.com
Aqui no Brasil, no entanto, a música sobre o cupido e suas flechas do amor catapultou Celly para o estrelato, aos 16 anos. O disco com "Estúpido Cupido" chegou à incrível marca de 120 mil cópias, tornando Celly o primeiro grande fenômeno do rock brasileiro.
"Estúpido Cupido" (Odeon, 1959), Celly Campello - Blogger
discosessenciais.blogspot.com
Finalmente, em setembro de 1959, a gravadora Odeon lançava o primeiro álbum de Celly Campello, Estúpido Cupido, título da música que era o grande sucesso do início da carreira da jovem cantora, e uma das músicas mais tocadas daquele ano no Brasil.
Aquela Musica Apresenta "Estúpido Cupido - 1959 "
aquelamusica.com
" Estúpido Cupido ", lançado pela ODEON em 1959, foi o primeiro álbum lançado pela cantora brasileira Celly Campello e é considerado por alguns como o primeiro LP de rock brasileiro.
Como um irmão protetor revolucionou o rock brasileiro com 'Estúpido Cupido'
entretenimento.r7.com
Estúpido Cupido foi gravada por Celly Campello em fevereiro de 1959 e saiu como Lado B de um compacto. Mesmo assim foi um grande sucesso, tocando exaustivamente nas rádios e TVs, tornando-se o ...
Discogs
Estúpido Cupido – Discogs
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