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Although he was very popular and had a successful career in Brasil, unfortunately Tim Maia never had quite the crossover success that other Brazilian artists, such as Antonio Carlos Jobim (Tom Jobim), Astrud Gilberto, and others had abroad. However this does not reflect on his level of talent. He is truly one of Brasil's greatest Soul gems of the 70's. Tim Maia began his singing career in the United States in the early 60's, where he learned English and studied American Soul/R&B music. Upon returning to Brasil he incorporated all the soulful elements of American R&B music into his own work. The result: A creative blend of R&B-Soul-Funk-Disco-Samba. Hearing this album you will be able to hear all the influences of great American Soul/R&B artists from the 60's & 70's, such as James Brown, Earth, Wind & Fire, The Commodres, and Kool & The Gang....Just to name a few. Tim Maia also has a warm voice that is guaranteed to lift your spirits!

I have no idea what Tim Maia sang about (and was barely understandable in English songs), but O Melhor is a good start into the world of the genre MPB. Not every song is a winner in this album, but "Gostava" is a terribly addicting, smooth song and "O Descobridor" is a very upbeat song that is funky, dance friendly, and would be 10x better if produced in a modern studio. The album "Som Livre" would be a better purchase, as more of the tracks are more listenable and the album's tenor is more consistent.