Rafael Lopes is a Brazilian singer-songwriter who first gained attention with his 2016 single "Insonia." The song's spare arrangement and direct lyrics about sleeplessness connected with listeners in a way that felt personal rather than grandiose. He had been writing songs since his teens, drawing from artists like Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen, and spent some time in London before that release.
After "Insonia," he put out albums like "Unveiling" in 2017 and "Wanderlust" in 2019. His other songs include "Siga em Paz" and "Vou estar com você," which share that same intimate, atmospheric quality. He's performed with musicians like drummer Philip Berto and guitarist André Leite, and has worked with artists including Yasmin Levy and Mark Lanegan.
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