África Brasil

África Brasil is a studio album by Brazilian singer-songwriter and guitarist Jorge Ben. It was released in 1976 by Philips Records. The album was recorded in ten days at Phonogram Studios in Rio de Janeiro with a large ensemble of musicians, including Ben's backing band Admiral Jorge V. Musically, África Brasil represented a shift in his artistry, as he replaced his acoustic guitar in favor of the electric guitar. Although released under military dictatorship in Brazil, the album avoided censorship, favoring a celebratory and historical tribute to Afro-Brazilian heritage over direct political commentary.

The album blends MPB, samba-funk, samba-rock and soul with Afro-Brazilian percussion, featuring reworked versions of earlier compositions like "Zumbi" alongside new material. Its lyrics address themes such as football, love, medievalism, négritude and childhood. Upon release, África Brasil received critical acclaim, with praise for its blend of genres. Featured in the reference book 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die (2005), the album was ranked 22nd place in Rolling Stone's list of the 50 best albums of all time.