Zé Arthur

Zé Arthur came up in Belém, Pará, where he grew up hearing samba and forró. He started playing guitar and got into the rock scene there in the 1970s. His first album came out in 1986, called 'Sofri, Mas Sobrevivi,' and the title track became a hit. That song, along with others like 'A Vida de Solteiro Me Perdeu' and 'Amor de Fim de Semana,' helped define his sound.

His lyrics sometimes drew criticism for being too direct, but he kept writing. He put out more albums like 'Terra Nova' in 1987 and 'Quero Ser Feliz Também' in 1989. Over time, he worked with musicians like Caetano Veloso and Chico Buarque. His band has included players like Léo Chermont on bass and Toca Ogan on drums.

He's dealt with some personal struggles along the way, but he's kept making music. Songs like 'Acabou, Acordei' and 'Imagina Só' show his range, from ballads to more upbeat tracks. He's put out a lot of records and played plenty of shows, staying active in Brazilian music.