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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Na Vida Só Vale Quem Tem

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279

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: No

Author: Mestre Barrão

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Reflexão

Style: Not set

39

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: No

Author: Mestre Barrão

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A História Nos Engana

Style: Ladainhas

1931

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Mestre Moraes

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Dendê

Style: Corridos

2011

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Lalaue Lyric video: No

Author: Not set

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O Negro Religioso

Style: Ladainhas

1507

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: No

Author: Mestre Marrom

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