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[2026] Popular MPB Songs: From Classics to Recent Hits!

music writerKOH-1
Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

Música Popular Brasileira, or MPB for short, continues to share the allure of Brazilian music with the world.

Evolving from samba and bossa nova, it is known as a highly artistic genre born out of resistance to the military regime.

The musical style established by artists like João Gilberto and Caetano Veloso continues to exert a major influence on today’s Brazilian music scene.

In this article, we’ll cover everything from historically important masterpieces to the fresh musicality of Gen Z artists shining right now.

Enjoy the world of MPB, infused with the heart and soul of Brazil.

[2026] Popular MPB Songs: From Classics to Recent Hits (41–50)

Bom DemaisAlceu Valença

Alceu Valença – Bom Demais

Bom DemaisAlceu Valença

Alceu Valença is a Brazilian composer, singer-songwriter, actor, and poet who has been active since 1968.

He is known for tracks influenced by the sounds of Brazil’s Northeast, featuring universal and intangible themes.

This track is included on the album Estação da Luz, released in 1985.

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SE VOCÊ JURARJoão Bosco

João Bosco: Se Você Jurar | Clipe Oficial

SE VOCÊ JURARJoão Bosco

Joao Bosco is a Brazilian singer-songwriter who is also known as a guitarist with a distinctive style.

Influenced by American jazz, he is characterized by a style that fuses Arab and African American music with Brazilian bossa nova.

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Não Mexe ComigoMaria Bethânia

Não Mexe Comigo – Carta de Amor – DVD Carta de Amor – Maria Bethânia

Não Mexe ComigoMaria Bethânia

Maria Bethânia is a Brazilian MPB singer who has been active since the 1960s.

Over her long career, she has released many albums and sold more than 26 million copies, earning her a place among the “10 Best-Selling Music Artists in Brazil.” She was also nominated for a Latin Grammy Award in 2015.

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In conclusion

The genre name MPB has become globally established as a general term for Brazilian popular music, including bossa nova and samba.

The appeal of MPB lies in its fusion of passionate yet soothing rhythms and sophisticated melodies.

I hope you can experience the depth of this timeless music and enjoy discovering a new world of sound.

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In producing this article

Editorial Policy

While referring to features in overseas music media articles, I also selected tracks based on my 15 years of experience working at a record shop. By including not only classic songs but also recent releases, I aim to make this a useful article that helps readers discover new music and create playlists.

KOH-1 (music writer)

[Evidence]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M%C3%BAsica_popular_brasileira

[About the order of publication]

Based on the editorial team’s research results, the final decision also takes into account the total number of your “Rank Up” and “Rank Down” button presses.

[Update History]

September 12, 2025: Added/updated 15 reviews and refreshed the entire article.
September 23, 2017: Added/updated 30 reviews.
Published the article on 2017/9/1.