The track features Lincoln Olivetti on drums and synth bass, with a notable guitar performance by Sérgio Dias Baptista , Rita’s former bandmate from Os Mutantes.
True to Rita’s style, the lyrics are full of humor and double entendres. She refers to herself as a "robot woman" ("mulher robô") and a lover of the bohemian life who can't cook but is full of "volúpia" (voluptuousness). The Iconic Video RITA LEE BWANA 1987 ( Video Original )
The word "Bwana" means "sir" or "boss" in Swahili, used here by Rita as a tongue-in-cheek term of endearment for the object of her affection. Listen & Watch: Watch the original clip on YouTube . Stream the full Flerte Fatal album on Spotify . The track features Lincoln Olivetti on drums and
"Bwana" was born during a prolific period for Rita Lee and Roberto de Carvalho. The song is a masterclass in Pop Rock and MPB fusion, featuring the slick production that defined their 80s output. The Iconic Video The word "Bwana" means "sir"
The original 1987 music video is a time capsule of late-80s aesthetics. It frequently appeared on popular Brazilian music programs of the era, such as . The visual presentation matches the song's quirky energy, cementing Rita Lee's status as the "Queen of Brazilian Rock" who never took herself too seriously. Why We Still Love It