Tim | Maia - I Don't Know What To Do With Myself

"I Don't Know What to Do with Myself" is a soul-stirring ballad by the Brazilian music legend Tim Maia , released on his second self-titled studio album in . This track is a quintessential example of Samba-Soul , a genre Maia helped pioneer by blending American soul and funk influences with Brazilian rhythms. Musical Background

The song explores themes of . The contrast between the two languages serves a purpose: Tim Maia - I Don't Know what to do with myself

: The song was co-written by Tim Maia and Hyldon , another heavyweight of the Brazilian soul scene. "I Don't Know What to Do with Myself"

While originally part of his 1971 album, the track has gained international recognition through compilations like World Psychedelic Classics 4: Nobody Can Live Forever - The Existential Soul of Tim Maia. It remains a staple of Brazilian music history, often cited as one of Maia's most heartfelt performances. I Don't Know What To Do With Myself The contrast between the two languages serves a

: Uses natural metaphors, such as a river destined for the sea, to symbolize an inescapable and destined love. Legacy and Availability