Balafon (Bah-Lah-Fon)

Gilberto Passos Gil Moreira (born June 26, 1942), better known as Gilberto Gil (Portuguese pronunciation: [ʒiɫˈbɛʁtu ʒiɫ]) or (Portuguese pronunciation: [ʒiu̯ˈbɛɾtʊ ʒiu̯]), is a Brazilian singer, guitarist, and songwriter, known for both his musical innovation and political commitment. From 2003 to 2008, he served as Brazil's Minister of Culture in the administration of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Gil's musical style incorporates an eclectic range of influences, including Rock music, Brazilian genres including samba, African music, and reggae. more »

Year:: 1979
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Playlists:: #1
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Isso que toca bem, bem
Isso que toca bem, bem
Chama-se balafon
Em cada lugar tem
O nome deve ser outro qualquer
No Camerum

Isso que a gente chama marimba
Tem na África todo mesmo som
Isso que toca bem, bem
Num lugar, não lembro bem
Chama-se balafon

Marim-bajé
Iré-xiré
Balafonjá
Orim-axé

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