Cru

Brilliant artist with a blend of beautiful vocals and music , all must listen to this cd....

I'm a massive fan of anything this man does. His music gives me life! This is by far the best album of his (that I own). If you like your samba you'll love this. Wasn't impressed with his rock/ indie style album or the Bowie cover tracks, although I'm fully aware it's popular. This one though - is on repeat daily at the moment. And I bought this some years ago now.

From the first notes of the cavaquinho on "Tive Razao," you may realize there's a lot more to Seu Jorge, than the whispered vintage Bowie tunes he sang in "The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou" soundtrack, and by the time you hear his version of "Chatterton" -Serge Gainsbourg's song- you'll be convinced that the breadth of this guy's music is remarkable.Although, Jorge's arrival in the Brazilian popular music scene is rather recent -discovered, you may say, for his role in 2002's City of God- and this is only his second album, the material included here already shows a singular and mature voice, at ease with honoring Bossa tradition -"Fiore De La Citta" and "Una Mujer"- as well as mixing new sounds -"Bem Querer" or Elvis's old hit "Don't."This is an intimate album where ballads and memories from his early life in a Favela -the name given to the poor neighborhoods you'll find in all major Brazilian cities- predominate, and his singing elevates them to small gems, counting "Sao Gonca" and "Bola De Meia" in addition to those mentioned before.All in all, a gorgeous album that can be considered quiet yet also fierce. I think of Seu Jorge as a young descendant of the Tropicalia movement, perhaps not as daring musically but just as strong on his commitment to acknowledge Brazil's social ills.

From the first notes of the cavaquinho on "Tive Razao," you may realize there's a lot more to Seu Jorge, than the whispered vintage Bowie tunes he sang in "The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou" soundtrack, and by the time you hear his version of "Chatterton" -Serge Gainsbourg's song- you'll be convinced that the breadth of this guy's music is remarkable.Although, Jorge's arrival in the Brazilian popular music scene is rather recent -discovered, you may say, for his role in 2002's City of God- and this is only his second album, the material included here already shows a singular and mature voice, at ease with honoring Bossa tradition -"Fiore De La Citta" and "Una Mujer"- as well as mixing new sounds -"Bem Querer" or Elvis's old hit "Don't."This is an intimate album where ballads and memories from his early life in a Favela -the name given to the poor neighborhoods you'll find in all major Brazilian cities- predominate, and his singing elevates them to small gems, counting "Sao Gonca" and "Bola De Meia" in addition to those mentioned before.All in all, a gorgeous album that can be considered quiet yet also fierce. I think of Seu Jorge as a young descendant of the Tropicalia movement, perhaps not as daring musically but just as strong on his commitment to acknowledge Brazil's social ills.

really enjoyed this cd

The new Sting of our generation.. the new Caetano Veloso.. SEU JORGE is the TRUTH! I absolutely can't wait to experience more art from him.'Cru' is exactly that.. RAW. I think it really shows Jorge's range as a singer/songwriter/ musician. It talks about simple emotions and situations ('Dont,' Bem Querer..). His style is all his own....and to the homie who doesnt know what the 'monkey sounds' are (two reviews down)... its a Cuíca or Guíca... a traditional Brazilian drum used mostly in samba..

This statement applies to all of the Seu Jorge purchases.This gift is enjoyed because of how different it is from American corporate music.

From the first notes of the cavaquinho on "Tive Razao," you may realize there's a lot more to Seu Jorge, than his whispered versions of vintage Bowie tunes in "The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou" soundtrack, and by the time you hear his version of "Chatterton" -Serge Gainsbourg's song- you'll be convinced that the breadth of this guy's music is remarkable.Although, Jorge's arrival in the Brazilian popular music scene is rather recent -discovered, you may say, for his role in 2002's City of God- and this is only his second album, the material included here already shows a singular and mature voice, at ease with honoring Bossa tradition -"Fiore De La Citta" and "Una Mujer"- as well as mixing new sounds -"Bem Querer" or Elvis's old hit "Don't."This is an intimate album where ballads and memories from his early life in a Favela -the name given to the poor neighborhoods you'll find in all major Brazilian cities- predominate, and his singing elevates them to small gems, counting "Sao Gonca" and "Bola De Meia" in addition to those mentioned before.All in all, a gorgeous album that can be considered quiet yet also fierce. I think of Seu Jorge as a young descendant of the Tropicalia movement, perhaps not as groundbreaking musically but just as strong on his commitment to acknowledge Brazil's social ills.PS: You can find my in-depth review at futurosity.com

I must admit that i am not a huge samba fan, but what this man, Seu Jorge, do goes way beyond samba....Its a fantastic mix of Samba, Soul, Rock, Reggae and percussive rhythms for the masses of the lost society without good music!!!! Really....I like Led Zeppelin, Bob Marley and Iron Maiden and i can really appreciate most everything from Seu Jorge!!!! Cru is a great album full of funky pearls like Mania de Peitao and Tive Razao!!!! Highly Recommended!!!!