The Bright and Soulful Music of Ricardo Maranhao
- BuzzSlayers
- Jul 29
- 3 min read
If you're not too familiar with the music of Ricardo Maranhao, then let us be among the first to introduce you to the artist, as the artist has recently released a few singles that showcase a depth in songwriting and a flair for performance.
We'll start with "Wait", which is absolutely a feel-good track from beginning to end. This song delivers quite a bright aesthetic, and it's completely spirited.
This song is uplifting and bursting at the seams with soul. The vocal performances are robust, and his tone is absolutely engaging, while the guitar work is just as soulful, bringing a bit of blues flavor to the track and packing in this deep-rooted groove.
The track features Indiara Sfair, and this is definitely a musical match made in heaven, so to speak.
First of all, you have layers of guitars. One of them is always doing the chords and rhythm, while the other is laying in smooth licks on top. It's a combination of clean and slightly dirty tones that come together naturally, and the drumming really delivers the drive.
As much as the drummer gives you that deep pocket, he also brings a liveliness to the track that I feel like everyone else sort of pushes off of.
This is a song that's very difficult not to move your body too. If you're driving in the car, you'll be shaking your butt in your seat, but it's also a bit of a sing-along.
As the track unfolds it gets more and more full-bodied. There are gorgeous backing vocals, harmonizing and bringing lusciousness to the song so that there's no space whatsoever, and the whole thing just has such a colorful aesthetic and approach to it that it's impossible to turn away from.
The song is about not giving up. It's about pushing through any kind of obstacles in your way, looking at each day as new, and realizing that you are a force to be reckoned with.
It's a track that brings up your own spirits, and it's something that I suggest listening to first thing in the morning because if you do, your tone will be set for the rest of the day.
As I mentioned earlier, the song has a lot of drive, and some of that is emotional.
Along with all the groove and soul, this track has a warmth that comes from both the instruments and the vocals.
At times, those backing vocals, along with the upfront powerhouse-style ones, all have a gospel-like feel.
This was an impactful single that is super infectious, and as I said before, it feels amazing when you listen to it nice and loud.
It's got heart and character, which is something that you end up really getting attached to.
I feel like we need more songs like this one. Songs that will bring your spirits up and make you feel good. Songs that let you remember you can get through it and that you are a powerful person in your own right.
Some of the blues guitar work comes from this killer solo towards the middle of a track that's just outstanding. It reminds me of Stevie Ray Vaughan, in a way. It's just got that Soul oozing from it.
Very tasty guitar work here.
As fun as this single is, there's another one that really has a different approach, and I enjoyed the fact that Ricardo was able to write songs on his own or collaborate with others to branch out, mainly because this showcases someone who wants to evolve in his musicianship.
"What You Think About Me" has a much different vibe. It's radio-friendly, still has a brightness to it, but it's more an indie folk-pop sort of feel.
You can hear classic rock influences coming through with organs in the background, still layering those guitars in a way that feels great, and the vocals have a softer approach, which I really liked as well.
The song still boasts a lot of color but in a different sense. It's got tons of pop sensibility attached to it and is super memorable.
This track also comes with some great hooks that bounce around in your head for hours or even days after the song has ended. The only way to satiate that is to go and listen to it again.
This just shows strong songwriting ability.
I would definitely check both of these tracks out because they are different, but they have this amazing energy that is completely addictive and deliver different sides to Ricardo's personality and artistry alike.
So, take a deep dive into these tracks right now and remember where you heard it first.
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