Labiata

Labiata was a Brazilian group formed by Marina Gasolina and Rodrigo Meirelles. Marina came from São Paulo's bohemian circles with a poetic sensibility, while Rodrigo brought classical training and jazz influences to their sound. They started playing shows around São Paulo, drawing from the city's street culture and building a following through local gigs.

Their song 'Em Qualquer Esquina' became particularly well-known, with its mix of catchy melody and thoughtful lyrics. Other tracks like 'Por Causa de Você' and 'Olha Pra Mim' also found an audience. Their debut album was called 'Subúrbios'.

Labiata's lyrics often touched on social themes and personal identity. They wrote about inequality and the search for belonging, which connected with listeners navigating similar questions. The music had a raw quality that felt grounded in São Paulo's urban energy.

They worked with what they had, facing the typical financial pressures of independent musicians. Their sound developed through those early years playing around the city, taking shape in real time rather than through studio polish.