by Alvaro Neder
Uma Palavra is the 19th album by Chico Buarque. Subtle jazz and classical influences draw the attention, representing an ideal way for a natural modernization of Buarque's sound, even if he would prefer to stick to traditional samba. "Estação Derradeira" reflects on the problem of violence in Rio today, with a melody that challenges the modest vocal abilities of the excellent composer. "Morro Dois Irmãos" is an extremely beautiful melody, recorded by female singers who highlight the superior expressivity of the song. The samba-choro "Ela é Dançarina" is an urban chronicle of an improbable love affair. Already recorded by
Caetano Veloso
, "Samba e Amor" is a wonderful song about a Bohemian composer. Other old hits reinterpreted here are the lively samba "A Rosa," the valse "Joana Francesa," the samba-canção "Ela Desatinou," the samba "Quem Te Viu, Quem Te Vê," the densely romantic "Eu Te Amo" (from the homonymous film by
Arnaldo Jabor
), and "Vida."

Construção (Portuguese: [kõstɾuˈsɐ̃w̃]) is the eighth studio album by Brazilian singer-songwriter Chico Buarque, released in December 1971. It was composed in periods between Buarque's exile in Italy and his return to Brazil. Lyrically, the album is loaded with criticisms of the Brazilian military dictatorship, especially with regard to the censorship imposed by the government at the time. It is widely regarded by music critics as one of the greatest Brazilian albums of all time, and its title track was named the greatest Brazilian song of all time by Rolling Stone in 2009.