Best of 2005: Magical

Like many people, I learned about Seu Jorge through his participation in the music for "The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou". I found his work interesting, but not particularly engaging. But "Cru" totally got me into his work, head in first. He reminds me of the legendary Brazillians that brought Brazil's contagious music to the forefront of the collective conscience, the likes of Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil and Chico Buarque. Jumping from laid back to upbeat, from an urban beat to more of a serenade mellow sound, Seu Jorge will capture you with his magical music from the first track of this, one of 2005's best albums.

SEU JORGE CHANGED MY LIFE

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.

A so-so sophomore attempt...

I'm absolutely smitten with Seu Jorge, but I have to say was a little disappointed with this album, which seemed altogether darker and not as exciting as his previous attempt on "Carolina". While it does contain some gems, such as the English-language "Don't", I would not recommend this as a first Seu CD, try "Carolina" or even lookup his amazing work on the "Life Aquatic" soundtrack first, develop your taste for him and then try this album... I'd say buy it only if you're a hardcore Seu Jorge fan...