"Somos o futuro da nação": cultura juvenil e rock no Brasil nos anos 80 (1983-1989)

Abstract

This study aimed to understand the trajectory of rock music in Brazil, from its early manifestations to its consolidation as a form of youth cultural expression in the 1980s. Considering that rock reached its peak during this decade, the research examined the sociocultural factors and developments within the cultural industry that hindered its earlier popularization. Furthermore, it analyzed how rock music became a representative language for an emerging youth culture, also serving as a tool for political expression and collective identity. The main sources used include editions of Bizz magazine — a publication focused on music, fashion, and cinema — as well as song lyrics by bands such as Legião Urbana and Os Paralamas do Sucesso, interpreted in light of Brazil’s historical context during the democratic transition.