Bis - Todo Azul Do Mar (ao Vivo): 14
Formed in 1979 in Belo Horizonte, 14 Bis was a supergroup of sorts, featuring members from prog-rock outfits like O Terço and Bendegó .
The track exemplifies the "Musica Mineira" style—clean, light-hearted, and inspired by the vocal layers of The Beatles, but grounded in Brazilian folk roots. 14 Bis - Todo Azul Do Mar (Ao Vivo)
The principal composer and lead vocalist on this track. His departure in 1987 to pursue a solo career was a turning point for the group, though they continue to perform together in special tours like Encontro Marcado . Formed in 1979 in Belo Horizonte, 14 Bis
The opening lines— "Foi assim, como ver o mar / A primeira vez que meus olhos se viram no seu olhar" —compare the shock of falling in love to the awe of seeing the ocean for the first time. His departure in 1987 to pursue a solo
The classic sound was defined by Cláudio Venturini (guitar/vocals), Sérgio Magrão (bass/vocals), Vermelho (keyboards/vocals), and Hely Rodrigues (drums).
The song was born from the creative partnership of and lyricist Ronaldo Bastos . At the time, 14 Bis was at its commercial peak, having been mentored by Milton Nascimento and established as a powerhouse of vocal harmony and sophisticated melody.
The lyrics describe love as a "visgo" (a sticky trap or snare), suggesting an inevitable, sweet captivity where one becomes a "slave to love, yet free to love".