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O Cantador

from Obrigada by Alison Crockett

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Witness the standard “O Cantador,” the single, whose very title—the only one in Portuguese—marks it as the most overtly Brazilian. Not so. Crockett smooths out the rhythm, sings in English, and floods the ballad with her own nuances. At her touch, the melody’s sudden wide intervals—often rendered as impassioned showpieces—become tender and graceful sweeps; and nobody, surely, has ever sung the line “Let it be me” with a longing so palpable.

Mike West, Washington City Paper

Alison Crockett's smoldering earthy and soul-drenched vocals have a way of unleashing deep emotion. A song in her hands is capable of reaching new dimensions as she seamlessly peels back layers of meaning though her intuitive and honest artistry..."
MONIFA BROWN, WBGO Jazz 88.3

" O Cantador...is an evocative, yet transparent piece that details her honest and original approach to modern expression and interpretation. Her music elicits a humanistic quality and innocence, full of emotional expression and spirit. Alison Truly owns a heightened sense of musicality that is impossible not to be affected by."
GREG OSBY, Jazz Saxophonist

“Alison Crockett is a vocalist I’ve known for many years, always admiring her musicianship, wisdom, and deep connection to story. Her version of “O Cantador” is raw, contemplative, and intensely sincere, bringing a real sense of truth to the Bergman’s English lyric. Haunting and beautiful.”
JANE MONHEIT

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English:
Like a lover the morning sun
Slowly rises and kisses you awake
You're smile is soft and drowsy as you let it play upon your face
Oh how I dream I might be the morning sun to you
Oh how I dream I might be the morning sun to you

How I envy a cup that knows your lips
Let it be me my love
And a table that feels your fingertips
Let it be me let me be your love
Bring an end to the endless days and nights
Without you

Like a lover the velvet moon
Shares your pillow and watches while you sleep
It's light arrives on tiptoe gently taking you in its embrace
Oh how I dream I might be like the velvet moon to you
Oh how I dream I might be like the velvet moon to you

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from Obrigada, released May 5, 2020
Felipe Silviera piano
Thiago Alves Bass
Paulinho Vicente Drums

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Alison Crockett Washington, D.C.

Alison Crockett has paid her musical "dues" in full. On seminal recordings by King Britt, Blue Six, Us3, and a host of others, Alison's voice has provided a velvety, sensual finishing touch for cutting edge beats.

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