Originais — Os

Os Originais' big break came in 1968 with the release of their debut album, "Os Originais," which was met with critical acclaim and commercial success. The album's lead single, "Canto de Ossanha," a song written by Baden Powell and Vinicius de Moraes, became an instant hit, topping the charts in Brazil and earning the group a nomination for the prestigious Berimbau de Ouro award.

They were pioneers of samba-rock and pagode , influencing legends like Jorge Ben Jor. Essential Listening Os Originais

Before they became "Os Originais," the story starts in the suburbs of Rio de Janeiro. In the late 1960s, Brazil was under a military dictatorship. The airwaves were sanitized, and artistic expression was policed. Yet, in the dance halls of the subúrbio carioca (Rio's suburbs), a cultural revolution was brewing. Os Originais' big break came in 1968 with

Their discography includes 19 albums recorded between 1969 and 1997, as well as more recent releases like Ontem, Hoje e Sempre (2017). Some of their most recognized songs include: "Tá Chegando Fevereiro" "Do Lado Direito da Rua Direita" "Esperanças Perdidas" "Cadê Tereza?" "Tenha Fé, Pois Amanhã Um Lindo Dia Vai Nascer" Essential Listening Before they became "Os Originais," the

In the words of Luizinho, Os Originais' lead vocalist and guitarist, "Our music is a reflection of Brazilian culture, with all its beauty, diversity, and richness. We are proud to have been able to share this with the world, and we hope that our music will continue to inspire and delight audiences for generations to come."

and provided vocals. He later achieved legendary status as a comedian in the troupe Os Trapalhões Collaborations