Folha Seca

Lyrics, Translations, Music Video and Song Meaning

Song Lyrics


History and sentiment behind song

Song about the noise the leaves made when they were stepped on.

We might imagine that it is about a slave hiding in the forest, fearful knowing every step might be heard by the slave hunter, called the Capitão do Mato ("Captain of the Jungle").


Other Songs

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Vai Você (Dona Maria)

Style: Corridos

1510

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Mestre Bimba

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Xáreu Xerelete

Style: Corridos

820

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: No

Author: Not set

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Apanha A Laranja No Chão

Style: Corridos

1588

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: No

Author: Not set

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Lá Na Bahia Côco De Dendê

Style: Not set

1365

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Mestre Bimba

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Você Não Sabe O Valor Que A Capoeira Tem

Style: Corridos

1279

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Igor Santana

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