Chico Buarque
Brazilian composer and writer
Born
June 19th, 1944
81 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Brazil
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Born in 1944, this Brazilian artist achieved significant recognition for contributions to music, literature, and poetry. He emerged during the 1960s, creating songs that combined Brazilian genres with rich lyrical storytelling, often reflecting on social issues and personal themes. The artist also ventured into literature, publishing novels that received critical acclaim. Throughout the career, numerous awards were received for both musical and literary works, establishing a lasting legacy in Brazilian culture.
Released acclaimed albums such as 'Construção'
Authored notable novels including 'Budapeste'
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