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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A Capoeira É Minha Vida

Style: Corridos

3003

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Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Mestre Babuíno

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Dendê Maré

Style: Corridos

4457

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Mestre Pelezinho

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Ê Capoeira Ê Capoeira

Style: Corridos

5273

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Not set

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Eu Vi A Cutia Com Coco No Dente

Style: Corridos

2788

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Mestre Moraes

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Preto Velho

Style: Not set

734

Toque: Not set

Lalaue Lyric video: Yes

Author: Not set

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