Ela é Carioca

Antonio Carlos Jobim

About Ela é Carioca

"Ela é Carioca" ("She's a Carioca") is a bossa nova song composed in 1963 by Antônio Carlos Jobim, with Portuguese lyrics by Vinícius de Moraes. English lyrics were written by Ray Gilbert. The song is sometimes titled "Ele é Carioca (He's a Carioca)." "Carioca" is a Brazilian term for someone from or something related to Rio de Janeiro. John Bush at AllMusic calls the song "a cheerful sequel to 'The Girl From Ipanema,'" which was also written by Jobim and Moraes, and features lyrics about a young woman from Rio. The song was used as the name of a 2005 documentary film about "Jobim's love for Rio de Janeiro and the influence it had on his music" - Tom Jobim: She's a Carioca. The first recording of the song was by Os Cariocas in 1963. Antônio Carlos Jobim recorded it for his 1965 album, The Wonderful World of Antonio Carlos Jobim. 


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Ela é carioca, ela é carioca
Basta o jeitinho dela andar
Nem ninguém tem carinho assim para dar

Eu vejo na cor dos seus olhos
As noites do Rio ao luar
Vejo a mesma luz, vejo o mesmo céu
Vejo o mesmo mar

Ela é meu amor, só me vê a mim
A mim que vivi para encontrar
Na luz do seu olhar
A paz que sonhei

Só sei que sou louco por ela
E pra mim ela é linda demais
E além do mais
Ela é carioca, ela é carioca

Só sei que sou louco por ela
E pra mim ela é linda demais
E além do mais
Ela é carioca, ela é carioca

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Antonio Carlos Jobim

Antônio Carlos Brasileiro de Almeida Jobim (25 January 1927 – 8 December 1994), also known as Tom Jobim (Portuguese pronunciation: [tõ ʒoˈbĩ]), was a Brazilian composer, pianist, guitarist, songwriter, arranger, and singer. Considered one of the great exponents of Brazilian music, Jobim internationalized bossa nova and, with the help of important American artists, merged it with jazz in the 1960s to create a new sound, with popular success. As a result, he is sometimes known as the "father of bossa nova".Jobim was a primary force behind the creation of the bossa nova style, and his songs have been performed by many singers and instrumentalists internationally since the early 1960s. In 1965, the album Getz/Gilberto was the first jazz record to win the Grammy A… more »

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Written by: Antonio Carlos Jobim, Vinicius De Moraes

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10 facts about this song

Release Date
"Ela é Carioca" was composed and recorded in the year 1963. It was part of the emblematic "Bossa Nova" musical movement in Brazil during the 1950s and 1960s.
Composers
This popular Brazilian tune was created by a powerhouse duo - Antônio Carlos Jobim and Vinícius de Moraes. Their partnership significantly defined the Bossa Nova style.
Performers
The song was performed by "Os Cariocas", a renowned vocal group in Brazil known for their contributions to the Bossa Nova genre. Moreover, each member of the group was also a former Carioca - a native of Rio de Janeiro.
Lyrics
"Ela é Carioca" translates into English as "She is a Carioca". The lyrics depict the charm, beauty, and elegance of a woman from Rio de Janeiro, painting a picture of her urban life in the city.
Albums
This iconic song was featured in the album titled "Caymmi Visita Tom", a tribute to the legendary Brazilian songwriters Dorival Caymmi and Tom Jobim.
Popular Covers
Many prominent Brazilian artists and international performers have covered it, including João Gilberto and Sérgio Mendes. This feature highlights the transnational appeal of the song.
Musical Style
"Ela é Carioca", like many of Jobim and Moraes' compositions, is characterized by its soft, velvety melodies and rhythmic complexities that underpin the Bossa Nova style.
Legacy
The song has held up as a timeless piece and is a staple in Brazilian music. Countless performers continue to interpret and perform the piece due to its lasting popularity and influence.
Recognition
In Brazil and worldwide, "Ela é Carioca" is considered a classic in the Bossa Nova genre, and it continues to be enjoyed by audiences of all ages.
Cultural Impact
The song not only influenced the Brazilian music scene but also international music. It is considered one of the songs that helped introduce Bossa Nova to audiences around the globe.

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