Alagados
Os Paralamas do Sucesso
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Todo dia O sol da manhã vem e lhes desafia Traz do sonho pro mundo quem já não queria Palafitas, trapiches, farrapos Filhos da mesma agonia E a cidade Que tem braços abertos num cartão-postal Com os punhos fechados da vida real Lhes nega oportunidades Mostra a face dura do mal Alagados, Trenchtown, Favela da Maré A esperança não vem do mar Nem das antenas de tevê A arte é de viver da fé Só não se sabe fé em quê
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Written by: Felipe De Nobrega B. Ribeiro, Joao Alberto Barone Silva, Herbert Vianna
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10 facts about this song
Band Members"Alagados" is a song by the Brazilian rock band, "Os Paralamas do Sucesso". Official members of the band during the recording of this song included Herbert Vianna, Bi Ribeiro, and João Barone.
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Album ReleaseIt was released in their third album "Selvagem?" in 1986.
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Musical StyleThe band is noted for their mix of rock and reggae, with "Alagados" showcasing these musical influences.
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Song's MeaningThe song describes the harsh living conditions of the inhabitants of "Alagados" which is a low-income neighborhood of Salvador, Bahia, in Brazil.
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Lyrics InspirationThe lyrics describe the flooding and housing problems faced by the poor in Brazil, which gives the song a socio-political dimension - a characteristic feature in a number of their songs.
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Cultural SignificanceThe song is one of the most recognized in Brazilian rock history and it eventually became an anthem for social improvement in Brazil.
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Global ConnectionThe song also mentions similar conditions in "Trenchtown" in Jamaica and "Soweto" in South Africa, thus drawing a connection between the struggles of the poor in Brazil and other parts of the world.
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Critical AcclaimCritics have praised the song for its powerful lyrics and the masterful merging of rock and reggae styles.
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Success"Alagados" is one of the hits that cemented Os Paralamas' position in the golden age of Brazilian rock.
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Live PerformancesThe song "Alagados" is one of the most iconic tracks in their live performances.
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