Charme ball gains global prominence and follows as a symbol of resistance

The Charme Ball, emerged on the outskirts of Brazil, was consolidated as one of the main black cultural movements in the country. Present in several cities such as Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Belo Horizonte and Brasilia, the rhythm and the choreographed steps inspired by American R&B and Soul created spaces of expression and belonging to the black population. The movement won international highlight Recently with a story published by the New York Times, which described the ball as a “symbol of identity and black culture.” It is also worth remembering that The Charme Ball was recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage in several regions. For Ronald Pit Black, a member of the charm group JL and Cia and who had a video of him dancing republished by Chris Brown, this recognition reinforces the role of the ball in society.
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The balls also became spaces of resistance. Over the years, these spaces have consolidated themselves as meeting points to discuss racism and inequality. Pit Black reinforces the importance of culture as a transformation tool.

“When I was younger, I had another lifestyle. When I met the charm, everything changed. It looked like I was knowing another world. ”

However, this growth also brought challenges, such as the attempt to adapt to meet market standards. “Maintaining the essence of the ball is critical. We do not dance for visibilityand yes to be happier, ”argues Pit Black. Also read music speech on Grammy rekindles debate about exploration in music music Gustavo Mioto, Filipe Ret and more: the musical highlights of the week

“The Charme Ball will always resist”

Franklin Miranda, producer of Charme Ball, points out that the movement needs greater recognition. “There is still a lot of missing for the globalization of charm. If we had more specialized artists and producers, representativeness inside and outside the peripheries would be much greater, ”he says. The influence of charm culture is also reflected in music. Miranda also explains that the rhythm has adapted and mixed with rap, trap and afrobeat, but maintaining her own identity. “Many artists drink from this water, such as Iza and the Garotin. But Charm will gain even more space when represented in Portuguese in musical awards“, He points out. He states that even with expansion, the essence of resistance remains firm. “Charm started as resistance and always will be. The young black man who first goes to a ball feels among his own, ”says Miranda. He also emphasizes the experience promoted by the movement: “They dance black, white and mestizos in the same little step. The resistance comes from this exchange. ” Differential of Balls The Charme Ball also stands out for its safety. “When we put it within the context of security, it is a fact that Charm is one of the only niche niches of entertainment without fights. In the balls, respect and posture are practiced, ”says Franklin. For Miranda, the biggest problem for the expansion of balls in all cities in Brazil of course: lack of institutional support limits the growth of the movement. “We are not missing the message or the courage to try. Us Missing political and social support“He says.