Luiz Artur

Luiz Artur is a Brazilian singer-songwriter known for his straightforward songs about social issues, particularly drug addiction. His track 'Drogas Matam' became something of an anthem on the subject, and he's maintained that focus across other songs like 'Você' and 'Fui uma ovelha perdida'.

He grew up in what's described as a humble background, seeing the effects of drugs in his community firsthand. That experience seems to have shaped much of his material, which tends to address those realities without much ornamentation.

Some critics have found his approach too blunt or simplistic for such a complex issue, but he's kept at it regardless. The music itself is fairly direct Brazilian popular music, with titles like 'Manhã de Ceu Azul' and 'Meu Velho Esta Falando Demais' suggesting a range that goes beyond just the anti-drug message.