Babylon

Gilberto Gil

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Gilberto Gil

Gilberto Passos Gil Moreira (born June 26, 1942), better known as Gilberto Gil (Portuguese pronunciation: [ʒiɫˈbɛʁtu ʒiɫ]) or (Portuguese pronunciation: [ʒiu̯ˈbɛɾtʊ ʒiu̯]), is a Brazilian singer, guitarist, and songwriter, known for both his musical innovation and political commitment. From 2003 to 2008, he served as Brazil's Minister of Culture in the administration of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Gil's musical style incorporates an eclectic range of influences, including Rock music, Brazilian genres including samba, African music, and reggae. more »


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1998
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First time I came to Babylon
I felt so lonely
I felt so lonely and people came along
To mistreat me
Calling me so many names in the streets
And I was so shy
That I began to cry

But now
I am so proud
Of whatever should be
'Cause I have a silver knife
And my lover is Satan's wife
And I don't care
If you don't dare see

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Written by: Gilberto Gil, Henrique George Mautner

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