Jesus: Chorou

The lyrics, written by Mano Brown , explore deep psychological and social themes including depression, the weight of fame, betrayal, faith, and the daily struggles of life in the periferia (outskirts) of São Paulo.

A gospel-style song with the same title was released in 1977.

The title is a direct reference to , which is the shortest verse in many versions of the Bible. Jesus Chorou

The verse describes Jesus’ emotional response to the death of his friend Lazarus and the grief of Lazarus' sisters, Mary and Martha.

Released in as part of the double album Nada como um Dia após o Outro Dia , this track is considered one of the most important compositions in Brazilian rap. The lyrics, written by Mano Brown , explore

Released a track titled "Jesus Chorou, Pt. II" in 2017, paying homage to the original Racionais classic.

You can listen to the original track on Spotify or watch the live 30th-anniversary performance on YouTube . Biblical Context The verse describes Jesus’ emotional response to the

It is widely praised for its cinematic storytelling and emotional vulnerability, a departure from the more aggressive tones of early gangsta rap.