The Icing

Just want to share my new obsession, Lenine, a Brazilian musician. I love his song "Hoje Eu Quero Sair So" which translates, roughly, to "Today I want to go out alone . . ." Reviewers describe his sound as Brazilian Electronica/R&B/Funk/Jazz/TripHop. I couldn't find a YouTube video I loved, but I'm including a link to the best version I could find.

I love the laid back sound of this song. I'm still working on the translation (it's been a long time since I was fluent in Portuguese)--but I think it's about someone who needs some space in a relationship. The lyrics include lines like: "You don't want me to be trapped in a dark room" and "I won't stay long." I'm not sure I'd call it a tender song, more a "Sometimes I feel like a lone wolf and you'd better accept that if you're going to be with me" song. (And, no, I'm not writing about this because of my own relationship. I loved the music before I ever knew the title or the lyrics.)

This song has crept into my consciousness over the last two months--it's on a playlist of Brazilian music that I listen to every now and again. I haven't even listened to the playlist in its entirety, but some how this song made me want more Lenine.

A better video which showcases his talent is for "Jack Soul Brasileiro."

Lastly, two websites to check out: a great review of his eponymous compilation CD (note the link to the podcast of his performance at South by Southwest in 2006) and Lenine's website.

Enjoy!