
Release Date: 2026/09/30
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A song produced and released in 2003 at the request of the Asakusa Samba Carnival Organizing Committee.
Musicians with ties to Balança Mas Não Cai at the time came together to perform on the recording. In addition, several members from each of the samba teams belonging to the First League of the Asakusa Samba Carnival took part as backing vocalists, representing AESA, an organization formed by members of those teams.
Held every year at the end of August, the Asakusa Samba Carnival has long been beloved as a summer tradition marking the end of the season. A samba parade makes its way along Asakusa's main streets, lined with buildings along the Sumida River, bringing smiles to people passing through the city. The excitement and festive atmosphere of the carnival are also vividly captured in the lyrics.
Balança mas não cai is a Japanese samba and pagode duo formed in 1992 by two university friends united by their passion for Brazilian music. Over the past three decades, they have released five full-length albums and performed throughout Japan, establishing themselves as one of the country most respected and influential samba acts. Their musicianship has earned recognition not only in Japan but also in Brazil. Their albums feature guest appearances by Zeca Pagodinho, Fundo de Quintal, Beth Carvalho, Alcione, Arlindo Cruz, and Sombrinha legendary figures in the world of Brazilian samba. In 2025, they were invited to appear as special guests on Zeca Pagodinho stage at Expo 2025 Osaka, performing alongside one of Brazil most celebrated samba artists. What truly sets Balança mas não cai apart is their ability to create original samba in Japanese without compromising the spirit, authenticity, and tradition of the music. Deeply rooted in the essence of samba while expressing a uniquely Japanese artistic sensibility, they have forged a musical style that bridges two cultures. Whether performing timeless samba classics or their own original Japanese compositions, they take the stage in Brazil with confidence, respect, and authenticity. Like modern-day samurai, they honor tradition while fearlessly forging their own path, continuing to connect Japan and Brazil through the universal language of samba.
Balança mas não cai