De Volta ao Começo
Gonzaguinha
1980
Why This Album Matters
De Volta ao Começo is the eighth Long Play (LP) by the acclaimed singer and songwriter Luiz Gonzaga do Nascimento Júnior, popularly known as Gonzaguinha. Released in 1980 and later reissued on CD in 1997, this work is part of the trajectory of one of the most unique names in Brazilian Popular Music (MPB), recognised for his lyrical intensity and musical expressiveness. The album reflects the essence of an artist who always sought innovation and depth in his compositions, making his presence felt in the musical scene of the time with his voice and his messages. This record is a testament to Gonzaguinha's ability to engage with diverse styles and talents, whilst maintaining his unmistakable artistic identity. It offers a glimpse into the creative moment of the composer, who already possessed a consolidated body of work and continued to explore new sonorities and partnerships.
Songs
The album stands out for the notable collaborations that enrich its repertoire. Gonzaguinha features contributions from renowned artists such as As Frenéticas, Milton Nascimento, Marília Medalha, his father Luiz Gonzaga, and the group MPB-4, who add layers of diversity and talent to the album's tracks. These partnerships highlight Gonzaguinha's artistic breadth and his ability to harmonise different voices and styles within his work. The title track, "De volta ao começo", is one of the album's great pillars and has achieved classic status in Brazilian music. Its melody and lyrics captivated both the public and other artists, resulting in various re-recordings by prominent names such as Nana Caymmi, Gal Costa, and Roupa Nova. The Roupa Nova version, in particular, gained significant recognition by being included in the soundtrack of the TV Globo telenovela Renascer, further extending the composition's impact and reach.
Legacy
The song "De volta ao começo" solidified its place in the repertoire of Brazilian music by being re-recorded by a series of renowned artists, including Nana Caymmi, Gal Costa, and Roupa Nova. The popularity of the Roupa Nova version was boosted by its inclusion in the soundtrack of TV Globo's telenovela Renascer, which ensured widespread exposure and recognition for the song, demonstrating the enduring relevance of Gonzaguinha's composition. This fact underlines the album's ability to generate musical pieces that transcend their original release and perpetuate themselves in the cultural imagination.
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EU APENAS QUERIA QUE VOCÊ SOUBESSE QUE O GUERREIRO MENINO TAMBÉM CHORAVA E SANGRAVALuiz Gonzaga do Nascimento Jr. sempre fora irriquieto, contestador e combativo, a começar pela condição de sua própria e polêmica história familiar. Ele, que nunca se limitou a ser tão somente o filho de um dos mais importantes artistas, dono de uma das carreiras mais consolidadas do país.Gonzaguinha, já aos 14 anos
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De Volta ao Começo – Wikipedia
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GONZAGUINHA - DE VOLTA AO COMEÇO (1980 - EMI-Odeon)
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Orquestrações e Regências: Eduardo Souto Neto / Jota Moraes / Paulo Maranhão Técnicos de Gravação: Serginho / Guilherme Reis / Mayrton /Roberto / Toninho / Dacy / Bill Técnicos de Mixagem: Franklin Garrido / Serginho Corte: Osmar Furtado Capa: Tadeu Valério /J. C. Mello / Wilton Montenegro / Gonzaguinha Postado por Paulinho às 11:32
Gonzaguinha - De Volta Ao Começo (1980)
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Mesclando um repertório de clássicos da MPB, música nordestina e sucessos dos três artistas, este projeto é a junção de tudo o que houve de melhor das três edições anteriores. E traz ainda três faixas inéditas para enriquecer ainda mais o repertório e um cenário deslumbrante.
De Volta ao Começo (1980) - EMI/Odeon - Gonzaguinha
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MUSICA&SOM: De volta ao começo - 1980 - Gonzaguinha
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Aqui encontramos uma fase de transição nas composições de Gonzaguinha, o que tocou no rádio tratava de relacionamentos entre casais, mas há faixas tão críticas como as dos discos anteriores.
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De Volta ao Começo – Discogs
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