Home / Music / What is widely considered the first bossa nova record?Music linernotes album music joão-gilbertoWhat is widely considered the first bossa nova record?João Gilberto’s 1959 recording of “Chega de Saudade,” written by Antonio Carlos Jobim, is generally regarded as the first bossa nova record. One track, and it essentially launched a genre. Search Amazon As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Related NotesExploreExploreExplorePrevious What makes Amoroso a pure example of bossa nova?Next What is the ranking of Elis & Tom on Rolling Stone's Brazilian albums list?