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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Arte E Luta (Capoeira Nago)

Style: Not set

441

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Not set

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Vai Pegar Fogo

Style: Corridos

1685

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Not set

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Iúna

Style: Toques

1680

Toque: Iuna

Lalaue Lyric video: No

Author: Mestre Suassuna

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Moleque E Tu

Style: Corridos

1973

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Not set

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Africa Ê

Style: Corridos

1530

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: No

Author: Not set

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