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Zé Cantor
Zé Cantor was born José Alves de Lima in Pernambuco, a state in northeastern Brazil. He grew up listening to forró artists like Luiz Gonzaga and Jackson do...
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Zé do Bode
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Preto e Branco
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MAIS UM BEIJO
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Eu Te Encontrei No Cabaré
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Ranchinho (part. Luan Estilizado)
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Me da So Mais Um Beijo
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Zé do Bode
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Preto e Branco
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MAIS UM BEIJO
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Eu Te Encontrei No Cabaré
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Ranchinho (part. Luan Estilizado)
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Me da So Mais Um Beijo
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Nem Uma Semana
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Zé Cantor was born José Alves de Lima in Pernambuco, a state in northeastern Brazil. He grew up listening to forró artists like Luiz Gonzaga and Jackson do Pandeiro, which shaped his approach to music. In 2017, his song 'Nem Uma Semana' became a national hit, known for its straightforward take on heartbreak.
His music draws from forró, sertanejo, and brega styles, with songs like 'Zé do Bode' and 'Preto e Branco' reflecting these influences. He has worked with other Brazilian artists including Marília Mendonça and Wesley Safadão, and released albums such as 'Zé Cantor ao Vivo' in 2017 and 'O Rei do Brega' in 2022.
Zé Cantor performs with a band that includes Antônio Marcos on guitar and Carlos Alberto on accordeon. His live shows are known for their energy, though his lyrics and public statements have sometimes drawn criticism alongside his support for LGBTQ+ communities.
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