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Alcides Dias Lopes (Malandro Histórico)
Alcides Dias Lopes performed under the name Malandro Histórico. He was born in Rio de Janeiro in 1910 and worked various jobs while developing his music in...
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Alcides Dias Lopes performed under the name Malandro Histórico. He was born in Rio de Janeiro in 1910 and worked various jobs while developing his music in local samba circles. His song 'Ando Penando' became particularly well-known in the city.
In 1936, he was arrested for defamation after releasing a song that criticized Rio's mayor. While in prison, he wrote 'Ando Penando,' which resonated with many people in Brazil. The song's lyrics and melody captured something about life in Rio at the time.
He recorded albums like 'Malandro Histórico' in 1963 and 'Recordando Malandro Histórico' in 1979. His music continues to be played during Carnival celebrations in Brazil.
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