Recall 5 Viola Styles That You Probably Know by Heart

Recall 5 Viola Styles That You Probably Know by Heart

For those who don't know, the viola style is a traditional branch of sertaneja music. The first songs emerged in the 1930s, led by Cornélio Pires. With many viola solos and lengthy verses accompanied by some choruses, the songs narrated events of characters or stories from the countryside and nature.

Additionally, various styles of sertanejo music are derived from viola styles, such as caipira music, raiz sertanejo, and many others. Check out below the list that 7MBoots has prepared and recall the 5 Viola Styles That you Probably Know by Heart.

1- Silent Phone – Trio Parada Dura

With four decades of stories, Trio Parada Dura is renowned for countless famous songs in the sertanejo universe. In 1985, the group burst into radios across Brazil with the song “Andorinhas”. But, undoubtedly, Silent Phone is a part of every cowboy or cowgirl's life who loves the country universe. With all its rhythm and groove, it's impossible not to start singing along to the entire song.

2- Red Blouse – Trio Parada Dura

Another hit from Brazil's most beloved trio is the famous song Red Blouse, which even showcases that most songs from musicians reflect the suffering and longing for a loved woman.

3- Road of Life – Milionário and José Rico

Come on, folks, we can't talk about viola styles without mentioning this classic, can we? The song “Road of Life,” written by José Rico in 1977, became a true legend and even inspired a successful film, where Milionário and José Rico portray themselves.

4- I Dreamed of You – Milionário and José Rico

Another song from the duo and yet another piece that became a movie theme. In I Dreamed of You, released in 1988, Milionário and José Rico acted again, playing themselves.

The song tells the story of someone who lost the company of their great love—so classic that it has transcended generations and still profoundly resonates in the hearts of cowboys and cowgirls.

5- Yesterday I Cried from Longing – João Mineiro and Marciano

Considered a true anthem of sertanejo music, “Yesterday I Cried from Longing” reveals suffering and nostalgia—two feelings that fans of traditional sertanejo are quite familiar with. Although the song became nationally known in the voices of João Mineiro and Marciano, it has been covered by various singers like Paulo Fernandes, Leonardo, and Gusttavo Lima.

So there you have it, folks! Did you enjoy recalling these hits? Which one is your favorite?