Brasiliano in language and in song

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Brasiliano is a combination of Portuguese and African and Indigenous languages. Many advocates says it’s a truer reflection of the complex history and people of Brazil and that Brasiliano should replace Brazilian Portuguese as the official language. Musician Lucas Santtana agrees and even calls his new album “Brasiliano.” Santtana recently spoke to Host Marco Werman.

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