Maria Flor

Maria Flor grew up in Rio de Janeiro, the daughter of composer Chico Buarque and actress Marieta Severo. She started singing early, though she had to work through vocal cord issues as a teenager. Her first album came out in 2005, and her second, 'Camomila,' included the song 'Cor de Maria.'

Her music draws from samba, jazz, and bossa nova. She's been outspoken about social issues, which has sometimes drawn criticism. She's also talked publicly about dealing with mental health and substance use.

Songs like 'Status' and 'Cor de Maria' show her leaning into personal and political themes without much polish. She keeps writing and performing, staying close to the styles she came up with.