Titãs comment on Anitta's version of 'Bichos Escrotos' in Brazilian film

Members of the Brazilian band Titãs have commented on Anitta's new version of the song "Bichos Escrotos," recorded for the film "Corrida dos Bichos." This track, which was part of the album "Cabeça Dinossauro" released in 1986, was written by Arnaldo Antunes, Sérgio Britto, and Nando Reis, and has gained new attention after going viral among Generation Z, who were surprised to discover that the song did not originally belong to Anitta.

"Corrida dos Bichos," directed by Fernando Meirelles, recently made headlines by topping the ranking of most-watched non-English films on Prime Video between August 3 and 9. The film, an original Brazilian production, also secured the sixth position among the most-viewed films globally on the platform.

The popularity of Anitta's new version of "Bichos Escrotos" and the film's performance indicate a renewed interest in the works of Titãs, particularly among young audiences. The band members expressed their views on this rediscovery of their classic songs through new interpretations, highlighting the cultural impact of both the song and the film.

The success of "Corrida dos Bichos" and Anitta's version sparked discussions on social media about the relevance and history of the song, with many users sharing their reactions and reflections on the work and the band's legacy.