Funk Carioca

Funk carioca is a genre of Brazilian music characterized by its fast-paced, energetic rhythm, often featuring Afro-Brazilian percussion, synthesized drums, and prominent use of 808 kick drums. Emerging in the 1980s in Rio de Janeiro's favelas, funk carioca evolved from American funk and soul, incorporating elements of Brazilian music, such as samba and axé. The genre gained mainstream popularity in the 2010s, particularly among youth in urban areas. Funk carioca's cultural significance lies in its reflection of the social and economic realities of Brazil's marginalized communities, often addressing themes of love, sex, and everyday life. Its relationship to other genres, such as baile funk and trap, is evident in its use of electronic production and melodic flow. Notable for its explicit lyrics, funk carioca is distinct from other Brazilian music styles in its raw, unapologetic energy and its blending of traditional and modern musical elements.

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Oh Vanessa
Single - Released December 24, 2025
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Anitta
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MC Hariel
Luísa Sonza
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Murillo e LT no Beat
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