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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1961

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

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Style: Not set

1325

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

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Chega Pra Ca Meu Camarada Venha Ver

Style: Corridos

794

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Mestre Suassuna

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Beira Mar Auê Beira Mar

Style: Not set

75

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: No

Author: Not set

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É Da Nossa Cor

Style: Corridos

1991

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Mestre Matias

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