His 2003 hit 'Cofres do Céu' helped define a sound that travels from Luanda to Montreux.
For a sense of his range, try 'Cofres do Céu' and 'African Beauty' with DJ Maphorisa.
He started making music in Luanda in the late 1990s, blending local styles like kizomba and semba with hip-hop and R&B. The song 'Cofres do Céu' became a major hit in 2003, and his recordings often feature collaborations, like 'Perigosa' with Anselmo Ralph. His band has included musicians such as Big Nelo on drums, and his music has reached audiences at events like the Montreux Jazz Festival.
He released albums including 'Meu Nome é Pedro' in 2006, 'Perdão' in 2010, and 'Samba Zamba' in 2015. Over time, his music reached audiences in other Portuguese-speaking countries.
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