Why is Samba so popular in Brazil?

Well, it's a local invention. Samba is one of the national musics of Brazil. (Might as well ask why Tango is popular in Argentina or Rock'n'roll is popular in the US.) It's also got a rich history. read more

Samba is one of the national musics of Brazil. (Might as well ask why Tango is popular in Argentina or Rock’n’roll is popular in the US.) It’s also got a rich history. Many amazing composers and song-writers have worked in it over the last 100 years, so the canon of Samba classics is rather the like Great American Songbook is to Jazz. read more

The Samba dance originated in Brazil, so it has been part of their culture for many years. The Carnival celebrates the Samba each year, but even throughout the year, you can find the Samba danced in nightclubs, streets, and in backyards. read more