cariocas da gema are those who were born in the city of rio de janeiro, it does not matter if they had moved away for a period time, or if they no longer live in the city of rio, they will remain cariocas forever - they tend to have a strong affinity with the city, and a sense of pride about its beauty, culture, and people.

a great swathe of cariocas da gema will live in rio for the duration of their entire lives, often remaining within the same neighborhood or community - they know every nook and cranny, and are fiercly, proud, and aware of their home - they have a right to be critical in a way that others do not and they are not shy about expressing it.