Bebadosamba
Paulinho da Viola
1996
Why This Album Matters
Bebadosamba, released in 1996, represents a high point in Paulinho da Viola's discography, reaffirming his status as one of the greatest masters of samba and MPB. The album's title, with its singular lyricism and intelligence, explores a double meaning: it can signify being "drunk on samba", completely immersed and captivated by the music, or an invitation to "drink from samba", to delve into and experience this rich Brazilian tradition. This work is a sophisticated celebration of samba's essence, with Paulinho da Viola in top form, delivering compositions that range from original works to tributes to great names of the genre. His calm and elegant voice, coupled with exquisite arrangements, provides an auditory experience that exalts the poetry and depth of samba, distancing it from clichés and reaffirming its timelessness and cultural relevance.
Context
The release of Bebadosamba occurred after a seven-year hiatus during which Paulinho da Viola had not recorded an album of new material, since Eu Canto Samba (1989). Since the mid-1980s, Paulinho had slowed down the pace of releases, prioritising the quality of the repertoire and recording. However, the success of Marisa Monte's re-recording of "Dança da Solidão" in 1994 seemed to indicate the opportune moment for the sambista's return to the mainstream media with new work. Paulinho da Viola, son of guitarist Benedicto Cesar Ramos de Faria, grew up in a musical environment, associating with great names of choro and samba from an early age, shaping his musical sensibility and refinement.
Recording
The album Bebadosamba was recorded and mixed in 1996, featuring the production of Alexandre Raine and artistic direction by Sergio de Carvalho. Paulinho da Viola actively participated in the arrangements, as well as playing guitar and cavaquinho on several tracks. The album's credits highlight the presence of renowned musicians such as Cristóvão Bastos on piano, Dininho on double bass, Celsinho Silva on pandeiro, and César Faria, Paulinho's father, on guitar. The album's booklet featured illustrations by artist Elifas Andreato, known for his work on covers for various Brazilian artists, adding significant aesthetic value to the work.
Songs
The 14 tracks on Bebadosamba present a rich tapestry of sambas and choros, with lyrics that explore a passion for the genre, everyday life, and love. The title track, "Bebadosamba", is a declaration of love and a moving tribute to the great masters of samba, citing names such as Cartola, Pixinguinha, Noel Rosa, Ismael Silva, Nelson Cavaquinho, among others, and highlighting samba's cathartic and unifying role. "Alento", composed by Paulo César Pinheiro, is a samba-canção with touches of bossa nova, permeated by melancholic and reflective verses. The album also features partnerships with other great lyricists, such as Hermínio Bello de Carvalho on "Timoneiro" and Elton Medeiros on "Ame".
Legacy
Bebadosamba was widely acclaimed by critics and the public upon its release, being considered a classic since its emergence. The album's impact led to a highly successful run of shows at Canecão, in Rio de Janeiro, which had to be extended due to high demand. These shows culminated in the release of the live album Bebadachama in 1997. The album was honoured with multiple awards, winning five trophies at the Sharp Awards in the year of its release, including "Best Samba Album" and "Best Samba Arranger" for Paulinho da Viola. Bebadosamba further cemented Paulinho da Viola's image as a sophisticated sambista and a guardian of the genre's authenticity, influencing generations of musicians and MPB enthusiasts with his poetry and elegance.
Rankings
Tracks
Credits
Alexandre Raine
Sérgio De Carvalho
César Faria, Dino 7 Cordas
Ricardo Pontes
Dininho
Luciana Rabello
Alceu De Almeida Reis
Dirceu Leite
Carlos Hercules, Wilson das Neves
Carlos Malta
Paulinho Da Viola
Celsinho Silva
Cristóvão Bastos
Zé Nogueira
Mário Sève
Cabelinho
Macaé
Vittor Santos
Nilton Rodrigues
Elifas Andreato
Videos
"Bebadosamba" - Paulinho da Viola | Melhores discos brasileiros dos anos 90 | Alta Fidelidade"
Alta Fidelidade
Films
Paulinho da Viola - Série Grandes Nomes TV Globo
Paulinho da Viola - Série Grandes Nomes TV Globo
1980
The program brings a career resume of the Samba's master Paulinho da Viola playing classics of MPB like "Sinal Fechado"(Closed Signal), "Nervos de Aço" (Nerves of Steel), "Pecado Capital", "Foi um rio que passou em minha vida" (It was a river that passed in My Life), "Cantando para não chorar" (Singing for not cry) and many others.
Paulinho da Viola: Meu Tempo É Hoje
2004
Documentary about Brazilian samba songwriter and singer Paulinho da Viola, one of the most sophisticated musicians of the genre. The film shows his biography, influences, masters and friends, as well his simple and peculiar way of life, with activities like restoring old cars, working with wood, playing billiards.
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.
Timoneiro
Alexandre Pavan · 2006
Considerada a biografia mais completa e aclamada de Paulinho da Viola, "Timoneiro" traça a vida e a carreira do sambista em profundidade. O livro explora sua obra, influências, o contexto de seus álbuns e seu processo criativo, dedicando atenção significativa a obras como "Bebadosamba" (1996).
Ensaiando a Canção – Paulinho da Viola e Outros Escritos
Este livro é uma coletânea de textos e ensaios que exploram a obra e o processo criativo de Paulinho da Viola, abordando diversos aspectos de sua carreira e suas canções. É altamente provável que contenha análises relevantes sobre o período do álbum "Bebadosamba" (1996).
Analyses
"Bebadosamba" (BMG, 1996), Paulinho da Viola
discosessenciais.blogspot.com
Um hiato separa os álbuns Eu Canto Samba (1989) e Bebadosamba (1996), dois álbuns elogiados e premiados do sambista Paulinho da Viola. A consagração desses dois trabalhos não impediu que Paulinho ficasse quase uma década sem gravar um disco.
Criatura de Sebo: Bebadosamba - 1996 - Paulinho da Viola
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Esse álbum foi gravado depois de um hiato de 7 anos.Bebadosamba é um álbum muito bem produzido e reconhecido. No repertório encontramos canções de autoria de Paulinho, parcerias e interpretações diversificadas, passando por estilos distintos de sambas e o maxixe.
Cliquemusic : Disco : BEBADOSAMBA
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4 Alento (Paulo César Pinheiro) 5 É dificil viver assim (Paulinho da Viola) 6 O ideal é competir (Casquinha, Candeia) 7 Novos rumos (Rochinha) 8 Memórias conjugais (Paulinho da Viola) 9 Reverso da paixão (Paulinho da Viola) 10 Dama de "espadas" (Paulinho da Viola) 11 Solução de vida (Ferreira Gullar, Paulinho da Viola) 12 Peregrino (Noca ...
Coletivo Som3: Paulinho da Viola - Bebadosamba - 1996
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Paulinho da Viola is one of Brazil's most beloved and accomplished samba composers. In 1996 he came back to Brazilian studios with Bebadosamba, a collection of 14 sambas, choros and even a maxixe.
Discogs
Bebadosamba – Discogs
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