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").


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Style: Corridos

2205

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Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Not set

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Vento Que Balança Cana No Canavial

Style: Corridos

904

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Not set

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Camungerê

Style: Corridos

1850

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Not set

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A Voz Do Cantador

Style: Not set

48

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: No

Author: Not set

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Sou Capoeira

Style: Corridos

1453

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Mestre Suassuna

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