one of rio de janeiro's most colorful musical characters of the last century, was the humorous, tim maia. coming to particular prominence during the black movements of the 1970's, maia became known for performing a wide variety of musical genres.

'do leme ao pontal' is his hit song from the album, tim maia, released in 1986. the song blends tim maia's unmistakably festive style with equally imaginative lyrics. it is one of the great songs to get visitors into the 'rio spirit', and gives them a taste of the humor of the city.   ● lyrics ● play ●