As Olívias were a Brazilian girl group from Rio de Janeiro in the late 1960s. They had a hit with the song "Longilíneas Demais," which appeared on their debut album "O Som das Olívias." The group consisted of three singers: Eloá de Carvalho on lead vocals, Silvinha Eicher on harmony vocals, and Miúcha on percussion and backing vocals.
Their music drew from pop, samba, and bossa nova. They released other albums like "A Nova Onda das Olívias" and "As Olívias em Bossa Nova." The lyrics in their songs sometimes touched on themes of female empowerment and sexuality, which was considered progressive for the time.
As Olívias faced some resistance from conservative parts of society who found their music too sensual. They didn't change their approach, and this stance earned them both admirers and critics. The group became known as symbols of female solidarity and artistic freedom in Brazil.
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