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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Capoeira E Defesa Ataque

Style: Corridos

1260

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Not set

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To Dormindo, To Sónhándo

Style: Corridos

1012

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Mestre Jogo de Dentro

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O Negro Religioso

Style: Ladainhas

1352

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: No

Author: Mestre Marrom

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Você Não Sabe O Valor Que A Capoeira Tem

Style: Corridos

1330

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Igor Santana

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Estrela Guia

Style: Not set

45

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: No

Author: Not set

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