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Olga
May 2, 2026
Road cycling
Grândola, Vila Morena is a poem and song composed and sung by José Afonso, chosen by the Armed Forces Movement (MFA) as the second signal to set the rebellious military …
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Olga
May 3, 2026
Road cycling
The link to Zeca Afonso's song, "Grândola, Vila Morena", is as follows:
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Stenio Melani
May 22, 2026
Road cycling
Grândola, Vila Morena is a famous Portuguese protest song composed in 1971 by singer-songwriter José Afonso. It became internationally famous when it was broadcast on the radio as a secret signal for the start of the Carnation Revolution of April 25, 1974, which ended Salazar's dictatorship.
The song owes its strength to a strong message of brotherhood, equality, and power to the people.
You can delve deeper into its history and social impact by consulting the article by Cultweek, or discover the lyrics, chords, and translation on IlDeposito.org.
The song owes its strength to a strong message of brotherhood, equality, and power to the people.
You can delve deeper into its history and social impact by consulting the article by Cultweek, or discover the lyrics, chords, and translation on IlDeposito.org.
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