Banda Ro.ma formed in Rio de Janeiro in 2003, with Negra Li as their vocalist. Their debut single "Reggae do Amor" became a hit, and they followed it with songs like "Acordei Pensando" and "Beleza." The band's sound mixed reggae with Brazilian rhythms.
They released their first album "Você é Meu Amor" in 2004, which included tracks such as "Senhora do Reggae." Later records like "Ao Vivo em Copacabana" from 2006 and "Tudo de Novo" in 2009 showed their range. Their lyrics sometimes addressed social themes.
Other members included Armandinho on guitar, Nego Jam on drums, and Jukes on bass. The group helped bring reggae to wider Brazilian audiences through their accessible approach.
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