Maria Rita

Maria Rita

2003

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Why This Album Matters

Maria Rita, the debut album released in 2003, marked a significant moment in Brazilian music. This inaugural work by the singer introduced her unique voice and interpretation to the public, quickly cementing her place in the MPB scene. The album revealed an artist of great power, who managed to translate the richness of Brazilian popular music's melody and poetry into her own impactful style.

Songs

Among the tracks that make up the album, compositions that quickly won over the public and critics stand out. The song "A Festa", for example, was honoured with international recognition, while "Vero" and "Estrela, Estrela" had a differentiated initial release, being made available digitally to CD purchasers before joining the limited LP edition. The relevance of the album's songs extended beyond radio play, with several tracks being incorporated into important soundtracks. "Tristesse" was included in A Casa Das Sete Mulheres, "Encontros e Despedidas" became the opening theme for the telenovela Senhora Do Destino, "Agora Só Falta Você" featured in the American film After The Sunset, and "Cupido" was part of the telenovela Avenida Brasil almost a decade after the album's release.

Legacy

The commercial and critical impact of Maria Rita was resounding from its release. The album sold over 1 million copies in Brazil, earning triple platinum certification. Its success was also recognised internationally, with the record receiving two Latin Grammys in the categories of Best MPB Album, Best New Artist, and Best Song for the track "A Festa".

Rankings

Tracks

Credits

Producer, Recorded By, Mixed By

Tom Capone

Written-By

Marcelo Camelo

Banjo, Strings [Violita], Violin, Percussion

Tom Capone

Bass

Fábio Sá

Drums, Percussion, Co-producer

Marco da Costa

Piano, Accordion, Electric Piano [Fender Rhodes], Organ

Tiago Costa

Mastered By

Ricardo Garcia

Recorded By, Mixed By

Alvaro Alencar

Podcasts

Maria Rita, 2003 | O Som do Vinil

O Som do Vinil | Podcast · Canal Brasil

24 min·1 Dec 2020

Charles Gavin detalha “Maria Rita”, álbum de estreia da cantora, em 2003. A artista revela ainda os bastidores do disco e comenta outros momentos da carreira.

Books

Analyses

Discogs

Maria Rita – Discogs

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