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"Mas que nada" (Brazilian Portuguese pronunciation: [ma(j)s ki ˈnadɐ]) is a song written and originally recorded in 1963 by Jorge Ben (currently known as Jorge Ben Jor) on his debut album Samba esquema novo.
Herb Alpert Presents Sergio Mendes & Brasil '66 is the first album by Sérgio Mendes and Brasil '66. [3] It was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2011. Referring to the song "Mas que Nada" Mendes said in 2014: "It was the first time that a song in Portuguese was a hit in America and all over the world".
'Mas que Nada' ranks as one of the most popular songs in the world." [5] Track listing. All tracks written by Jorge Ben except where noted "Mas que Nada" – 3:02
The 2006 re-recorded version of "Mas que Nada" with the Black Eyed Peas had additional vocals by Gracinha Leporace (Mendes' wife) and this version was included on Timeless. In Brazil, the song became the theme song of the local television channel Globo's Estrelas. The Black Eyed Peas' version contained a sample of their 2004 hit "Hey Mama". The ...
It was in 1963 at one of those clubs in which he performed that Jorge's musical career took off; he came on stage and sang "Mas, que Nada!" to a small crowd that happened to include an executive from the recording company, Philips. One week later, Jorge Ben's first single was released.
The album's lead single, "Mas que Nada", was featured on commercials for both Joga Bonito and Nike Football, as well EA Sports' NBA Live 07 and 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany video games. Two further singles were released from the album: "That Heat", and "Yes Yes Y'all".
On March 13, 2011, during his performance at the Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles, Mendes revealed the official soundtrack list, and also announced that he would re-record the classical Brazilian song "Mas que Nada" for the film and album.
Unlike the previous incarnation, Brasil '66 was an instant success – making a significant impact on the charts with its first single, a version of the Brazilian song "Mas Que Nada". Much of the song's appeal was due to Hall's distinctive, multi-tracked vocals and Herb Alpert's expertise as producer. [2]