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Zé Barros
José da Silva Barros was born in 1937 in Brejo da Madre de Deus, Pernambuco. He started writing songs early, drawing from Northeastern rhythms and bossa nova....
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José da Silva Barros was born in 1937 in Brejo da Madre de Deus, Pernambuco. He started writing songs early, drawing from Northeastern rhythms and bossa nova. In 1965, his debut single 'Chorando Por Você' became a national hit, with its melancholy melody connecting with listeners.
Barros released several albums in the late 1960s and early 1970s, including 'Meu Vaqueiro, Meu Peão' and 'Eu Sou do Sertão.' His songs often dealt with love and social themes. In 1972, he was arrested for drug possession, which affected his personal life and career.
His discography includes albums like 'Coração de Pedra' and 'Retorno.' He worked with musicians including Valdir Azevedo on guitar and Zé Bodega on bass. Other notable songs include 'Porque Te Quiero' and 'Yo soy aquel.'
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