Amar assim

Released in 1988, Amar assim represents a bridge between Ivan Lins' politically charged MPB roots and his global status as a jazz standard-bearer. By this point in his career, Lins had already been heavily covered by American artists like Quincy Jones and Sarah Vaughan, and this record reflects that international polish. The production is characteristic of the era, utilizing digital synthesizers and crisp percussion, yet it remains grounded in the organic warmth of Lins' piano playing. The tracklist features a mix of deeply sentimental ballads and mid-tempo jazz-pop excursions. Notably, the album includes 'Trinta anos', a reflective piece on aging and memory, and 'Cabo eleitoral', which maintains a hint of his social consciousness. The inclusion of the instrumental closer 'Fora da lei' serves as a reminder of his formidable skill as a composer and arranger, stripping away the lyrics to focus on the harmonic ingenuity that made him a favorite among jazz musicians worldwide.