Papel Machê is a Brazilian song written with music by João Bosco and lyrics by Capinan. It was first released in 1984 on the album Gagabirô. The tune sits in the MPB tradition, highlighting Bosco’s melodic craft and rich harmonies. The lyrics describe colors of the sea and sun, the joy of making dreams shine, and sleeping in a loved one’s arms, with imagery of violet and blue and a papier-mâché toy that won’t fade. The track is considered one of Bosco’s best-known works, and there is also a well-known acoustic MTV version.
