Xotear formed in Recife with four musicians: Silvério Pessoa, Zé Renato, Iara Rennó, and Liv Moraes. They released their first album in 1983, followed by 'Anunciação' in 1984, which became their most recognizable song. Other tracks like 'Canção Pra Você' and 'Flor de Avelã' also appeared in their early catalog.
Their music drew from samba and bossa nova traditions, with Pessoa's vocals often carrying the melodies. The group put out several albums through the 1980s and early 1990s, including 'Nua,' 'Luzia,' and 'Histórias.' In 1989, they faced some public scrutiny over a song called 'Fogueira,' though the details remain unclear.
Xotear's lineup shifted over time, but they kept performing. 'Anunciação' has been covered by other artists and remains a familiar piece in Brazilian music. The group's recordings from the 1980s still surface on playlists and radio, usually the gentler tracks like 'Querubim' or 'Sem Palavras.'
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