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The illegality of "Rio funk" music has

The illegality of "Rio funk" music has driven it deep into the slums of Rio De Janeiro, controlled by the drug lords. "Funk songs used to pay homage to those who had died, but now it is fashionable to name-check those still alive. Juca is often asked by drug soldiers to write lyrics that include their names."

By Jason Kottke    Jul 10, 2005    Brazil   crime   drugs   music   riodejaneiro

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