Brazilian Popular Music

Brazilian Popular Music (MPB) is a rich and diverse genre that combines traditional Brazilian styles like samba, bossa nova, and choro with contemporary influences. It reflects Brazil’s cultural heritage, social issues, and musical innovation, often featuring poetic lyrics and sophisticated melodies. MPB emerged in the 1960s as a way to showcase Brazil’s artistic identity, blending indigenous, Afro-Brazilian, and European sounds. Prominent artists like João Gilberto, Caetano Veloso, and Gilberto Gil have elevated MPB internationally, making it a symbol of Brazil’s vibrant musical culture and artistic expression.