Jorge Ben Jor
Brazilian singer-songwriter and musician
Born
March 22nd, 1942
83 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Brazil
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Born in 1942, a Brazilian singer-songwriter and musician gained prominence in the 1960s with a unique blend of samba, bossa nova, and rock. The music career began with the release of the album 'Samba Esquema Novo' in 1963, which featured innovative rhythms and catchy melodies. Over the decades, continued to release hit albums and songs, incorporating elements of funk and jazz into Brazilian music. Collaborated with various artists and gained international recognition for the style and sound. The song 'Mas, Que Nada!' is one of the most internationally recognized tracks, later covered by Sergio Mendes and the Black Eyed Peas. The influence remains significant in Brazilian popular music.
Released the album 'Samba Esquema Novo'
Wrote the iconic song 'Mas, Que Nada!'
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