what the song portuguese kids sing attorney

by Mr. Keven Quigley Jr. 7 min read

Do you know the power of Portuguese children’s songs?

Never underestimate the power that Portuguese children’s songs can have in your language learning process! All of the following songs are traditional Portuguese songs, that have been passed from generation to generation and when I was a little girl I used to sing them all the time. In the car, going on trips, at school, at home, with my parents.

What are the best Portuguese songs for kids?

Portuguese Songs for Children Doidas, doidas, andam as galinhas Lyrics in Portuguese: Doidas, doidas, doidas, andam as galinhas Para pôr o ovo lá no buraquinho Raspam, raspam, raspam P’ra alisar a terra Bicam, bicam, bicam Para fazer o ninho Lyrics in English: Crazy, crazy, crazy the chickens go around To put the egg in the hole

What does the Portuguese song “sensing Porto” mean?

Translated, the title means “Sensing Porto”. Released at the end of the 1980s, the song describes a side of the city different to the artistic and tourist hub known today, more familiar to the older generations who grew up in Porto.

Is there a YouTube page for the Portuguese kids?

Welcome to the official YouTube page of The Portuguese Kids! Don't forget to share and like our videos and to catch us live see our calendar at portugueseki... Welcome to the official YouTube page of The Portuguese Kids! Don't forget to share and like our videos and to catch us live see our calendar at portuguesekids.com!

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Doidas, doidas, andam as galinhas

Lyrics in English: Crazy, crazy, crazy the chickens go around To put the egg in the hole They scratch, scratch, scratch To smooth the earth They hit the ground with their beak To build the nest

Brilha, Brilha Estrelinha

I hope you enjoy listening to these songs and that you share it with the children and adults of your life! To get a better insight on the lyrics, please select CC when looking at the videos It will make it easier to sing along, I reckon!

What is the Portuguese music?

Music is an integral part of Portuguese heritage and communicates Portugal’s life and soul to the world. While visiting the family home of a Portuguese friend, or attending a festival, there are a few classical songs that you’re likely to hear.

What is Porto Sentido about?

Soft rock and blues singer Rui Veloso grew up in Porto, and Porto Sentido is a lovely song that can be interpreted as the feeling one gets upon returning home. Translated, the title means “Sensing Porto”. Released at the end of the 1980s, the song describes a side of the city different to the artistic and tourist hub known today, more familiar to the older generations who grew up in Porto.

What is the music of Pimba?

Pimba, Pimba by Emanuel. The Portuguese will find any reason to organize a festival and where there is dancing, there is usually pimba. A mix of modern pop and folk music, pimba is most popular in the countryside but the upbeat tempos and comedic lyrics are often heard in the cities too.

Who is the Queen of Fado?

To top this list, there is perhaps no singer better than Portugal’s sweetheart Amália Rodrigues, also known as the “Queen of Fado”. Her strong yet beautiful voice portrayed the essence of fado, melancholic and sad at times and hopeful at others. When she died in 1999, the country went into three days of mourning.

Is the band Ai Se Ele Cai still together?

Although they are still together today, the band suffered a tragic loss in 2017 when one of their founding bandmates and notable guitarist Zé Pedro passed away. Here is the video for Ai Se Ele Cai (Oh If He Falls, in English), one of their most popular songs.

What is Seu Jorge's music?

Make Seu Jorge’s music the soundtrack to your entire life. It’s perfect for stress relief, daydreaming, relaxed dinner music, romantic encounters of all kinds—and learning Portuguese in the most relaxed way possible. Seu Jorge first gained recognition for his music in the favelas outside Rio de Janeiro.

What is the song "Burguesinha"?

“Burguesinha” — Easily one of Seu Jorge’s most beloved and recognized songs. Follow the blissfully naive and pleasant daily life of a burgues inha (bourgeois girl). Loads of fun, inescapably catchy and perfect for learning everyday routine vocabulary in Portuguese.

What is the song Dia de Folga?

“Dia de Folga” — The VEVO-hosted video accompanying this fun song is a perfect example of how she takes those twangy, dramatic fado ballads, which are so classically Portuguese, and livens them up with a sly expression, fashionably sequined leggings and comical visuals.

What was the first song to be sung in the Bossa Nova style?

“Bim-Bom” — If you love the sound of bossa nova, start here. This 1959 legend is the first ever song sung in this style, and it’s a treasured piece of musical history.

What is the song "Chama me que eu vou" about?

A simple yet artistic pop song (with a cool video) about infatuation and devotion.

What is the song "Balancê" about?

“Balancê” — Do you ever want to just… float away? Lay down and sink into this simple, dreamy song about smiling, dancing and freedom, which makes a subtle reference to a trip the singer once made to Zimbabwe.

Why is singing along important?

Singing along will teach you more authentic Portuguese, so you don’t sound like you only know words from your textbooks. They’ll let you expose yourself to styles of music in the Portuguese-speaking world.

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