"Desafinado" (Portuguese for "Off Key") is a iconic Bossa Nova jazz standard composed by Antônio Carlos Jobim with lyrics by Newton Mendonça. It humorously addresses criticisms of Bossa Nova's unconventional harmonies, becoming a manifesto for the genre. The song gained international fame through João Gilberto's recordings and Stan Getz's collaborations.
"Desafinado" (Portuguese for "Out of Tune") is a bossa nova classic composed by Antônio Carlos Jobim, with lyrics by Newton Mendonça. It playfully challenges traditional musical perfectionism, embodying the genre's relaxed philosophy. The melody uses chromaticism to create intentional tension, reflecting the title's theme.
"Desafinado" (Portuguese for "Out of Tune") is a foundational bossa nova song that playfully defends imperfect musicality as a metaphor for authentic love. Its chromatic melody and jazz harmonies became emblematic of the genre's sophistication.
Desafinado, composed in 1958, is a cornerstone of Bossa Nova. Its title translates to "Off-Key," playfully addressing critics who claimed the genre's harmonies were "out of tune." The song's complex jazz-influenced chords and João Gilberto's rhythmic innovations revolutionized Brazilian music.
"Desafinado" is a seminal bossa nova song composed by Antônio Carlos Jobim, with lyrics by Newton Mendonça. It became a cornerstone of the bossa nova movement, blending samba rhythms with jazz harmonies. The title translates to "Off-Key," humorously addressing critiques of the genre's unconventional style.
