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Originais Do Gueto
Originais Do Gueto formed in 2002 as a loose collective of rappers and musicians from Rio de Janeiro's favelas. Their name translates to 'Originals from the...
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Originais Do Gueto formed in 2002 as a loose collective of rappers and musicians from Rio de Janeiro's favelas. Their name translates to 'Originals from the Ghetto,' which points directly to the neighborhoods that shaped them. They gained national attention in 2005 with their debut single 'Bala Na Cabeça,' a track whose explicit lyrics about police brutality and poverty resonated widely in Brazil.
Their music often dealt with life in marginalized communities, with tracks like 'Comunidade' and 'Bate Tambor' reflecting those themes. The collective faced various challenges, including censorship attempts and concert disruptions, but they continued working.
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