Carlos Santos

Carlos Santos is a Portuguese singer known for his 1980s ballad "O Marinheiro," which became an instant sensation in Portugal. The song's lyrics about a sailor lost at sea resonated with listeners, helping establish his career. He came from Setúbal, a coastal town where he grew up hearing traditional fado and folk music, influences that would later surface in his work.

His debut album was also called "O Marinheiro," released in the early 1980s. Other songs in his catalog include "Quero Você," "Não Chore Não," and "Saudação a Iemanjá." He has worked with musicians like guitarist Ricardo Ribeiro and bassist Luís Pastor, though he has mostly performed as a solo artist.

Santos continued recording through the 1990s and early 2000s, with albums such as "Rosa Branca" in 1992 and "O Bicho" in 2002. His style mixes fado and folk with other elements, often focusing on themes of love and loss. While his personal life drew some public attention, his music maintained a following in Portugal.