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Title: I only wish he had sung more in this one
Review: This record is fantastic, "Wave" is the standard to end all standards. Check out the Sinatra cover of that song, or the Oscar Peterson take, they BOTH rule, more proof of Jobim's universal appeal. And don't be believing those that say it's all overrated easy-listening or Muzak, this is the REALEST and COOLEST music ever. I used to be a big rock fan before Jobim. Real bossa nova! But the real gem in the album is "Lamento", in which the great Antonio Carlos Brasileiro de Almeida Jobim sings and plays. Now THAT'S a showstopper! The lyrics, the music, Jobim's gravel voice, is all a study in contrast and it's all good! Can't say enough good things about this album, really.
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