Vanessa da Mata
Artist profile

Vanessa da Mata

Vanessa da Mata is a Brazilian singer-songwriter from Alto Garças. She started writing songs early, influenced by her father's record collection and the...

album161 lyric pages photo_library76 photos groups20 listeners here now Editor's note live
person Curated by Ethan Walker LyroVerse team
Start here

The pages that open this catalog up fastest

These picks surface the stronger lyric pages first instead of dropping you into one endless list.

Editor's note

Vanessa da Mata writes Brazilian songs with hometown roots

A singer-songwriter from Alto Garças whose music blends personal storytelling with Brazilian rhythms.

For a sense of her range, try 'Case-se Comigo' and 'Tudo Bateu' with Ivete Sangalo. They show different sides of the same writer.

Her songs feel grounded in place, whether it's the rhythms of her hometown or the collaborations that stretch her sound. 'Bolsa de Grife' shows her knack for sharp, everyday storytelling. That track with Ben Harper, 'Boa Sorte / Good Luck', helped introduce her voice to listeners outside Brazil.

She started writing early, influenced by her father's records. Her debut arrived in 2002, followed by albums like 'Essa Boneca Tem Dono' in 2004 and 'Sim' in 2007. Along the way she's worked with Gilberto Gil, Caetano Veloso, and Seu Jorge.

edit_note Ethan Walker · LyroVerse team · Apr 19
verified

LyroVerse editor's notes are short interpretation guides, not final verdicts. If something needs a correction, visit About or Contact.

Artist at a glance

The fast read

161 lyric pages live 76 photos available Editor's note live Video on page
Photos

Visual archive

Real photos only. No placeholder gallery promo.

Open gallery
Vanessa da Mata Vanessa da Mata Vanessa da Mata Vanessa da Mata Vanessa da Mata Vanessa da Mata Vanessa da Mata Vanessa da Mata
Background notes

Archive material and source history

Vanessa da Mata is a Brazilian singer-songwriter from Alto Garças. She started writing songs early, influenced by her father's record collection and the rhythms of her hometown. Her debut album came out in 2002, followed by others like 'Essa Boneca Tem Dono' in 2004 and 'Sim' in 2007.

Her music includes songs like 'Case-se Comigo' and 'Bolsa de Grife'. She has worked with musicians including Gilberto Gil, Caetano Veloso, and Seu Jorge. A track with Ben Harper called 'Boa Sorte / Good Luck' got attention outside Brazil.

In 2009, there was some discussion about her use of a sample from a traditional indigenous song. Her band has included musicians like Marcelo Costa on guitar and Swami Jr. on drums.

Quick answers

What this artist page can answer fast

Where should I start with Vanessa da Mata on LyroVerse?

The Start here section opens with Tudo Bateu (part. Ivete Sangalo), Bolsa de Grife, and Água e Óleo so you can move through the artist's stronger lyric pages first.

How many lyric pages are live for Vanessa da Mata?

LyroVerse currently has 161 visible lyric pages for Vanessa da Mata.

Does Vanessa da Mata have photos on LyroVerse?

Yes. There are 76 photos available, and the preview gallery on this page links to the full photos section.

Does LyroVerse have an editor's note for Vanessa da Mata?

Yes. The editor's note on this page is a short LyroVerse team guide, not a final verdict on the artist.

Artist Community

Not just lyrics. The conversation around them.

Follow the artist, compare interpretations across songs, and leave corrections that help the catalog stay sharp.

Open artist hub
0 followers Artist hub stays noindex until the conversations are proven strong
Listener comments

What people are saying

0 comments
Share a short memory or first impression

Keep it compact: a lyric you come back to, a live memory, or the part of the catalog you would point someone toward first.

Sign in to post the first listener note. Reporting stays open to everyone.

No listener comments on Vanessa da Mata yet.