Sarah Vaughan recorded 'I Love Brazil!' in 1977, an album paying homage to Brazilian music, including bossa nova and samba. The record was released under the Pablo Today label, a subsidiary of Pablo Records, and featured arrangements by Brazilian musicians such as Milton Nascimento and Antonio Carlos Jobim.
The album includes collaborations with prominent Brazilian instrumentalists, such as guitarist Oscar Castro-Neves and percussionist Airto Moreira. Vaughan performs versions in Portuguese and English of classics like 'Wave' and 'Dindi', showcasing her vocal versatility and affinity for Latin music.
Although not one of her biggest commercial successes, 'I Love Brazil!' is valued by critics as a demonstration of Vaughan's ability to adapt to different styles. The album reflects the influence of bossa nova on jazz in the 1970s, and its legacy endures among fans of Brazilian music.